Ampcus Inc. is a certified global provider of a broad range of Technology and Business consulting services. We are in search of a highly motivated candidate to join our talented Team.
Job Title: Compliance Analyst - I
Location: New York City, NY (Hybrid)
Position Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated AML Analyst to join our Financial Crimes Compliance team. This entry-level role offers foundational exposure to anti-money laundering (AML) practices and includes opportunities to collaborate across departments. The analyst will support transaction monitoring, sanctions screening, and 314(a) information-sharing requests.
Key Responsibilities:
Transaction Monitoring:
- Review and investigate alerts for suspicious activity.
- Identify patterns related to money laundering, fraud, or terrorist financing.
- Document findings and escalate as needed.
Sanctions Screening (OFAC):
- Screen customers, vendors, and transactions against OFAC and other sanctions lists.
- Investigate potential matches and escalate confirmed hits.
- Review account documentation for OFAC compliance.
- Maintain awareness of OFAC rules and enforcement actions.
- Prepare reports and maintain case files.
314(a) Screening:
- Conduct name searches per FinCEN Section 314(a) requests.
- Document and escalate potential matches.
- Maintain confidentiality of sensitive data.
Reporting and Documentation:
- Maintain accurate case files and audit trails.
- Assist in drafting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
- Support ad hoc compliance reviews and inquiries.
Cross-Department Collaboration:
- Partner with Legal, Risk, and Business Units to clarify account activity and resolve escalations.
- Provide compliance guidance and support AML awareness efforts.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Criminal Justice, Business, Economics, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage large data sets.
- Effective written and verbal communication.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Prior internship or coursework in AML, compliance, or financial services preferred.
Core Competencies:
- Integrity and Ethics.
- Analytical Thinking.
- Teamwork.
- Adaptability.
- Time Management.
Tools and Systems:
- LexisNexis (training available).
- Finscan.
- Excel (tables proficiency is a plus).
Ampcus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veterans or individuals with disabilities.
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Ampcus, Inc
Oct 15, 2025