Anti-Money Laundering Specialist

BSA Specialist II (4-Month Contract)

Location

Cincinnati, OH 45202 (Downtown & On-Site)

General Overview

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and analytical professional to support our bank’s BSA/AML program. This role requires a medium to high level of expertise, with opportunities to mentor new associates and handle escalated issues. You’ll play a key role in regulatory compliance, transaction monitoring, and investigative analysis while providing support to your team as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical tasks to support BSA/AML compliance efforts.
• Assist with regulatory filings, such as CTRs and 314(a) requests.
• Monitor various banking activities, including CTRs, monetary instruments, OFAC screenings, client transactions, and enhanced due diligence reviews.
• Conduct in-depth case investigations by analyzing transaction patterns, reviewing customer data, and utilizing open-source research tools.
• Recommend whether a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) should be filed and prepare SARs, SAR Refiles, and other regulatory filings as needed.
• Collaborate with other departments to gather and analyze relevant information for investigations.
• Prepare comprehensive case documentation with detailed notes and supporting research.
• Recommend account closures or case escalations when necessary.
• Ensure all productivity and quality standards are met.
• Act as a subject matter expert by providing guidance to associates via in-person interactions, phone calls, and emails.
• Participate in special projects such as regulatory exam preparation, disaster recovery planning, system conversions, and report generation.
• Stay up to date on banking operations, compliance regulations, and risk management best practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in compliance and/or bank operations.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Solid understanding of compliance regulations, banking laws, and operational procedures.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Relevant professional certifications (if applicable).
• 1–2 years of experience in a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• High attention to detail.

Preferred:

• ACAMS, CRCM, or CAFP certification (preferred but not required; equivalent experience will be considered).

*** Pay: $25-30/hr (Compensation can vary depending on experience)