BSA/AML FIU Alerts Analyst

The BSA/AML FIU Alert Analyst role reports to the BSA/AML FIU Alerts Manager and is responsible for conducting alert investigations as it relates to WAFD's BSA/AML Alert processes.

Along with the key functions listed below, this position will be expected to uphold the value that WaFd Bank places on simply being kind when working alongside colleagues and servicing our clients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

Conduct research over available Bank systems, the Internet and Commercial Databases consistent with the resolution of alert reviews.
• Collect and examine financial statements and documents to assist in identifying unusual transaction patterns.
• Document and report the review/investigation findings and prepare alert files with required supporting documentation (e.g. media search results, copies of statements/checks, results from internal system searches etc.)
• Escalate alert issues to FIU Alerts Team Lead and/or FIU Alerts Manager consistent with WAFD policies and procedures.
• Adherence to bank policies and procedures designed to comply with Federal regulations, including but not limited to the Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act and OFAC regulations.
• Other duties may be assigned.

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree preferred
• One (1) to three (3) years of related experience -- AML, transaction monitoring, alert clearing, escalation investigations. May also have relevant experience in areas such as risk, operations, and audit
• Relevant industry qualifications in AML (e.g., ACAMS) preferred
• Knowledge of common money laundering methods and trends
• Knowledge of the laws applicable to money laundering, including the Bank Secrecy Act, the USA
• PATRIOT act, US Treasury AML guidelines, OFAC requirements, and Suspicious Activity Reporting
• requirements
• Research skills including experience with online search tools
• Knowledge of transaction monitoring systems and applicable rules
• Effective writing, analytical, and communications skills

At WaFd Bank you get all of these great benefits!

• Paid time off for vacation, sick days and holidays
• Health insurance
• Stock options
• Bonus programs
• Generous 7% 401(k) employer matching*
• Paid Parental Leave
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Long-term disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Pre-tax health and dependent-care spending plans

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