Anti-Money Laundering Business Analyst I at ICONMA: 100% Remote (CA)

September 23, 2026

Title: Anti-Money Laundering Business Analyst I

Location: Remote, CA

Job Description:

Job Description

Our Client, a Banking company, is looking for an AML Business Analyst I for their Remote location.

Responsibilities:

Transaction Monitoring: Reviewing a wide range of financial transactions for suspicious activity.
Investigation: Investigating potential cases of money laundering and other financial crimes.
Creating and maintaining case files to investigate suspicious activity.
Compliance: Ensuring compliance with AML regulations and policies.
Reporting:
Reporting findings to regulatory authorities when necessary.
Preparing and filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs).
Due Diligence: Conducting customer due diligence (CDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) checks.
Documentation: Creating and maintaining records of investigation activities and findings; gathering and analyzing documents to assist in identifying suspicious transaction patterns.
Training: Participating in and leading AML compliance training.
Staying Updated: Staying informed about emerging threats and trends in financial crime.
Collaboration:
Working with other teams, including law enforcement and compliance officers.
Reviewing daily transaction reports for signs of unusual or out-of-the-ordinary customer activity.
Performing periodic reviews of high-risk customers.

Requirements:

0-2 years of experience within a Business Analyst role (internship or co-op considered as experience)
Basic computer skills – Microsoft Windows etc.
Must have completed a High School Diploma or GED
Excellent written and verbal communication skills are needed to communicate findings and recommendations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are crucial for identifying patterns and trends in financial transactions
Careful attention to detail is necessary for accurately analyzing data and identifying suspicious activities
Adaptability and flexibility
MS Office knowledge
AML knowledge
Banking, Financial or Customer Service experience

Why Should You Apply?

Health Benefits
Referral Program
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

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