AML/CFT Investigator

Northwest Bank • Columbus, OH • 5h ago

Job Description The Anti-Money Laundering/Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Investigator conducts preliminary transaction monitoring reviews or Customer/Enhanced Due Diligence (CDD/EDD) reviews for the purpose of identifying activity that is potentially suspicious and to ensure the Bank effectively understands customer risk and expected transactions according to Know Your Customer guidelines. The reviews are based on alerts generated through Northwest's automated transaction monitoring system in adherence to AML compliance functions and processes, determining when a review or investigation warrants escalation for SAR consideration, and documenting review details. This position acts with strong adherence to procedures associated with transaction monitoring, CDD, and the BSA. This individual provides subject matter expertise to others within and outside the Financial Crimes department, and moderate guidance and input for the transaction monitoring and CDD teams regarding adherence to AML compliance functions and processes. The AML/CFT Investigator will be responsible for performing triage investigations of transaction monitoring system generated alerts and referrals, including identifying root causes of the alert, sources and uses of funds, and potentially suspicious activity. They are also responsible for conducting investigations to identify potentially suspicious financial and/or fraudulent activity, to include money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, and/or any other financial risks or crimes. In instances indicative of money laundering and/or other financial crimes, the specialist can prepare suspicious activity reports for filing. Essential Functions

Conduct suspicious activity reviews/investigations to identify patterns and trends consistent with money laundering and terrorist financing

Conduct comprehensive CDD/EDD reviews/investigations on high-risk customers including PEP, MSB, POATM, and NBFIs in accordance with CDD procedures

Complete documentation with the highest level of quality, accuracy and attention to detail in accordance with Northwest's procedures and regulatory guidelines

Perform detail analysis of transaction monitoring reviews and case investigations

Provide consultative AML/CFT guidance to various lines of businesses

Demonstrate knowledge of money laundering and terrorist financing typologies to recognize unusual/suspicious activity

Determine whether alerts should be escalated based on Northwest policies and procedures and a review of the facts

Collect, analyze, and safeguard sensitive information concerning the customers of Northwest

Effectively maintain customer and case files, records, and related documentation

Promptly notify supervisors of any instances of non-compliance with the AML, BSA, and OFAC regulations

Attend and present relevant AML/CFT information through various Northwest committees

Conduct research on applicable regulations to ensure sound decision-making

Research and improve report data

Additional Essential Functions

Ensure compliance with Northwest's policies and procedures, and Federal/State regulations

Navigate Microsoft Office Software, computer applications, and software specific to the department in order to maximize technology tools and gain efficiency

Work as part of a team

Work with on-site equipment

Additional Responsibilities

Handle other projects on request

Ensure total documentation and data integrity

Assist with training new employees, as needed

Prepare information during regulatory examinations, audit, compliance or other BSA reviews

Safety and Health for those without supervisory duties

Abide by the rules of the safety and loss prevention program

Perform work tasks in a safe manner

Report any and all injuries to supervisor

Know what to do in case of an emergency

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