BSA/AML Analyst

Job Description • Draft and file high-quality Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) that provide clear, concise narratives for law enforcement and regulators. • Perform end-to-end investigations into complex customer activity to identify potential suspicious activity, such as money laundering, identity theft, and fraud. • Compare Know Your Customer (KYC) information to Sanctions and Politically Exposed Persons (PEP) lists to verify false and true positives. • Analyze transaction patterns and customer profiles to determine if activity is consistent with a customer's known occupation or business purpose. • Collaborate with the Product and Engineering teams to refine automated monitoring rules and reduce false positives while maintaining high detection standards. • Stay ahead of emerging financial crime trends and regulatory changes to ensure Acorns' controls remain "game-changing" and effective. • Assist with internal audits and external regulatory examinations. Requirements • Proven experience in BSA/AML compliance, specifically within a fintech or high-volume financial services environment. • Strong analytical skills with the ability to connect disparate data points to form a comprehensive view of customer behavior. • Technical proficiency with AML monitoring software and case management systems. • Excellent written communication skills, with a focus on precision and clarity in investigative reporting. • Hunger to deliver game-changing products. • Exceptional drive and precision in delivery. • A belief that your work is tied to your life's mission. • Optimistic about the potential of societal change. Benefits • Competitive salary and stock options • A comprehensive benefits package for you and your family • Flexible work location, hours, and paid time off • 401(k) matching • Monthly Acorns account contribution & GoHenry account for your family • Mindfulness and Financial Wellness resources, Headspace and Addition Wealth • Acorns Career Development Program (Ongoing training sessions, development plans, development check-ins, Cornerstone’s online training platform) • Roots Leadership Program for Emerging Leaders • Community week onsite gatherings and various virtual events • Talented and motivated team members who care deeply about one another, our mission, and our customers. • The rare opportunity to create a new world. We inspire one another every day to do meaningful work that solves big societal challenges.