AML Analyst

Column

AML Analyst performing transaction monitoring investigations to prevent financial crimes at Column. Engaging in customer due diligence and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Posted 5/6/2026contractRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $30 - $35 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform extensive investigations related to transaction monitoring and customer due diligence that could implicate potential money laundering, fraud, or terrorist financing
Prepare and document triage investigations and their dispositions according to FINCEN/FFIEC expectations and Bank Procedures
Prepare detailed escalation and dismissal narratives per FFIEC expectations and Bank procedures
Maintain organized documentation related to financial crimes activities, including investigations, audits, and regulatory exams
Perform day-to-day activities consistent with safe and sound business practices and regulatory requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent experience performing investigations for a regulated financial institution
2+ years of experience with BSA/AML and OFAC laws and regulations
CAMS certification preferred, but not required
Detail-oriented with excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of AML typologies and red flags
Experience preparing and documenting financial crimes investigations in accordance with FFIEC expectations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans, including options that are 100% covered by Column for you
FSA and HSA account options to enable use of pre-tax money for medical and dependent care expenses
Paid PTO, including 80 hours of vacation and 80 hours of sick leave each year
Eligibility to participate in Column’s 401k plan, including self-directed brokerage options

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Hard Skills & Tools

transaction monitoringcustomer due diligencefinancial crimes investigationsBSA/AML regulationsOFAC lawsAML typologiesdocumentation preparationregulatory complianceauditingrisk assessment

Soft Skills

detail-orientedinterpersonal skillswritten communicationverbal communicationorganizational skills

Certifications

CAMS certification