Financial Crimes Analyst I

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Financial Crimes Analyst I responsible for investigating suspicious activities for banking clients. Supporting compliance with banking regulations and assisting in documentation of reports.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeKansas City • California, Kansas, Montana, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $74,000 - $87,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in analyzing suspicious activity and completing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) while maintaining compliance with regulations such as the Bank Secrecy Act and USA PATRIOT Act. Possesses strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced banking environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

BSA ExperienceSuspicious Activity Reports (SARs)Bank Secrecy Act ComplianceAnalytical MindsetStrong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs)BSA SoftwareDue Diligence DocumentationTransaction Analysis

Soft Skills

Self-StarterAnalytical MindsetCuriosityCollaborationGrowth Mindset

Tools & Technologies

Lead Banks BSA Software

Industry Keywords

Bank Secrecy ActUSA PATRIOT ActOFACFinancial InstitutionFintech

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research and review possible suspicious activity reported by bank staff.
Process, solve and answer some client transactions, problems, and inquiries
Be responsible for working daily, weekly, and monthly alerts generated by Lead Banks BSA software
Complete Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to ensure they are properly documented with related narrative and thorough case documentation, including but not limited to, customer statements, due diligence documents, transaction images
Assist in the filing of Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) as needed
Assist in training of BSA Specialist as requested
Maintains proficient knowledge of applicable compliance statutes, regulations and interpretations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act and OFAC
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Have at least 1-2 years of banking BSA experience with another financial institution or with another fintech.
You are a self starter who is able to be a part of a deadline driven department
Bring an analytical mindset with the ability to process, solve, and answer most complex client transactions, problems, and inquiries due to fraudulent activity.
Bring strong communication skills to work with all Lead Bank departments.
Are curious, have humility, are open to learning and approach your work with a growth mindset
Thrive working in a fluid environment with high autonomy
Love to collaborate to get to the best, most efficient outcome
Embody the growth mindset and bring a self-driven and self-starter mentality to your work

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation based on experience, geographic location, and role
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401k Matching, and other wellness benefits, including FSA, HSA and HRA
Paid parental leave
Flexible vacation policy, including PTO and paid holidays
A fun and challenging team environment in a dynamic industry with ample opportunities for career growth