Financial Crimes Alert Analyst

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.

Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you’ll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer’s needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers. At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.

Job Summary

Responsible for performing assessments of alerted activity and plays a key role in the identification of unusual activity. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform assessments of alerted customer activity generated from transaction monitoring software

• Ensure timely identification and escalate unusual activity

• Review manual reports for unusual activity and escalation

• Analyze customer activity to make independent judgements of whether the activity is unusual and requires escalation

• Draft reports and documenting analysis in a logical manner that sufficiently supports decisions

• Work with front line staff to obtain any information that would be helpful during the alert assessment and analysis

• Cross train in other functions such as case investigations and CTRs when opportunities arise

• Apply critical thinking skills to recognize patterns, trends and inconsistencies within transactional and customer data to detect, prevent, mitigate and report potentially suspicious activity

• Understand complex issues and customer risks associated with money laundering, terrorist financing, financial crimes or other legal and reputational risks

• Stay current with money laundering and terrorist financing behaviors, trends, patterns and typologies

• Stay current with rules, laws and regulations

• Maintain attention to detail

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

• Computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office suite

• Working knowledge of a bank operating environment and applicable systems preferred

• Working knowledge and understanding of BSA/AML rules, laws and regulations including the USA PATRIOT Act

• Sound oral and written communication skills

• Sound critical thinking ability

• Sound analytical, problem solving and organizational skills

• Detail oriented

• Ability to be a self-starter

• Ability to build relationships

Industry and Work Experience

• 2+ years of direct AML experience

• CAMS (ACAMS) or CFE (ACFE) certification, or 7+ years of direct AML experience

Academic

• Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Accounting, Finance, Criminal Justice or related field required

• CAMS or CFE certification

Benefits Available to Employees:

Ameris Bank provides a comprehensive employee benefit package to all eligible employees.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Ameris Bank absorbs a major portion of the cost of healthcare. You become eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of employment

• Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage

• Long-Term Disability Coverage

• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave

• 11 Holidays

• Volunteer/Service Day

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Ameris Bank matches 50% of your first 8% of contributions to the plan

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Health Savings Account

• Health Reimbursement Arrangement

• Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Legal Insurance

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Advocacy Program 

• Tickets at Work (Entertainment discounts for Ameris Bank Employees)

• AT&T Employee Discount

• Wellness Discounts for Medical Premiums and Other Rewards 

• Employee Referral Incentive

• Education Assistance

• Employee Resource Groups

Banking Advantages for Employees:

In addition to a wide array of benefits, Ameris Bank employees are also eligible for special bank services.

• Free Interest Checking

• Free Safe Deposit Box

• Free Money Orders, Travelers’ Checks and Cashier Checks

• Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee

• Free Online Banking and Free Unlimited Online Bill Payment

• Employee Banking Perks

Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

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