Entry Level Compliance Analyst Job at Robert Half in Princeton

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join their compliance team as an Entry-Level Compliance Analyst. This role offers the opportunity to develop your expertise in regulatory compliance, including Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF). As part of the team, you will help ensure the organization adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and standards while identifying and mitigating financial crimes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor Transactions: Review transaction activity for unusual patterns or red flags related to AML/CTF.
• Investigate Alerts: Analyze alerts generated by monitoring systems and perform due diligence on flagged transactions.
• Conduct Research: Gather and assess customer information to ensure compliance with Know Your Customer (KYC), Customer Due Diligence (CDD), and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) requirements.
• Document Findings: Prepare detailed and clear reports on investigations for review by senior compliance staff or regulatory authorities.
• Stay Informed: Keep updated on current AML/CTF regulations and financial crime trends through training and industry resources.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work with internal teams, such as operations and technology, to resolve discrepancies and improve compliance processes.
• Assist in System Enhancements: Support the compliance team in improving transaction monitoring systems to optimize detection capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with confidential data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).