Financial Intelligence Analyst

Associated Bank

Financial Intelligence Analyst analyzing and investigating suspicious activity to support compliance and risk management for Associated Bank. Collaborating with internal teams on financial crimes and regulatory efforts.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeMilwaukee • Illinois, Minnesota, New York, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $46,690 - $80,040 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigate system-generated alerts, referrals, and customer activity to identify potential financial crimes risks.
Analyze customer and transaction data to detect unusual activity, emerging trends, and changes in risk profiles.
Evaluate suspicious behaviors and make informed decisions on escalation, referral, or resolution actions.
Document investigative findings and prepare detailed case narratives to support compliance and reporting requirements.
Complete regulatory reporting activities, including Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) when appropriate.
Partner with internal teams to support investigations, address inquiries, and resolve complex issues.
Monitor trends, compile metrics, and assist with reporting, testing, and process improvement initiatives.
Maintain expertise in financial crimes, anti-money laundering (AML), and regulatory requirements through ongoing learning and development.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree in Risk Management, Compliance, Audit, Banking, Business, Law Enforcement, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
1+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, audit, banking, financial services, law enforcement, or a related field.
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate findings clearly and maintain detailed documentation.
2+ years of experience in risk management, compliance, audit, banking, financial services, or a related field (preferred).
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification (preferred).
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification (preferred).
Experience conducting investigations, regulatory reporting, or financial crime analysis (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focused Colleague Resource Groups.
Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, an employee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
Personal banking, loan, investment and insurance benefits.

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisrisk assessmentfinancial crime analysisregulatory reportinginvestigative techniquessuspicious activity reportingmetrics compilationprocess improvement

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillsdocumentation skillscollaboration

Certifications

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)