The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a BSA x 2 in Vienna, VA

Role Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive FIA II – Alert Triage Analyst to join our Financial Intelligence team. This role is responsible for the initial review and triage of alerts related to potential suspicious activity, ensuring compliance with BSA/AML regulations and supporting the organization’s anti-financial crime efforts.

• Review, analyze, and triage alerts generated by transaction monitoring systems to identify potential suspicious activity.
• Conduct initial investigations and escalate cases as appropriate for further review.
• Document findings and maintain accurate records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other analysts and compliance staff to ensure timely and effective alert resolution.
• Utilize Verafin (preferred) and other transaction monitoring tools to assess alerts.
• Stay current on BSA/AML regulations, trends, and best practices.
• Assist in preparing reports for management and regulatory agencies as needed.

Skills & Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in BSA/AML compliance, preferably within a financial institution.
• Hands-on experience with Verafin transaction monitoring software strongly preferred.
• CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) certification preferred or a plus.
• Prior experience working in a financial institution is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with compliance systems.
• Experience with other AML transaction monitoring systems.
• Knowledge of current financial crime trends and typologies.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• BSA/AML experience at least 2 years or more
• Verafin experience preferred
• CAMS experience a plus or preferred
• Financial institution experienced preferred

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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