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Grasshopper Bank

BSA Manager

New York, NY · On-site +1

Remote Description Grasshopper Bank is a client-first , digital bank built for the business and ... You will directly manage and mentor a team of BSA/AML analysts responsible for a range of ...

Salal Credit Union

FRAML Specialist

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$26.43 - $37.01/hr

Remote work is also open to candidates within one of the following states: AZ, CA, FL, GA, ID, NY ... Previous experience supporting fraud investigations, AML reviews, OFAC processes, CTR preparation ...

Salal Credit Union

FRAML Specialist

Seattle, WA · Remote

$26.43 - $32/hr

Remote work is also open to candidates within one of the following states: AZ, CA, FL, GA, ID, NY ... Previous experience supporting fraud investigations, AML reviews, OFAC processes, CTR preparation ...

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote aml investigator in the United States is $56,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,500.00 and $47,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote AML Investigator is responsible for detecting and preventing financial crimes such as money laundering, fraud, and terrorist financing. They analyze transaction data, review customer profiles, and conduct investigations to ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations. Working remotely, they utilize various compliance tools and databases to identify suspicious activity and report findings to regulatory agencies or internal teams. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of financial regulations are essential for this role.

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To thrive as a Remote AML Investigator, you need expertise in financial crimes, regulatory compliance, and investigative techniques, supported by a degree in finance, criminal justice, or a related field. Familiarity with case management software, transaction monitoring systems, and certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) are highly valuable. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and clear written communication set top performers apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for detecting suspicious activity, ensuring regulatory adherence, and effectively collaborating in a remote environment.

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Remote AML investigators often face the challenge of analyzing large volumes of complex data while maintaining effective communication with team members and other departments online. Staying updated with evolving regulations and typologies in financial crime is also demanding, requiring ongoing learning and adaptability. Additionally, investigators must balance thoroughness and efficiency when conducting investigations and writing detailed reports. Success in this role often comes from strong time management skills, proactive information sharing, and a commitment to continual professional development in a remote work setting.

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Vice President, Head of Financial Crimes & AML/BSA Officer

Quaint Oak Bank & Our Family of Companies

Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Quaint Oak Bank is hiring an experienced Vice President, Head of Financial Crimes amp; AML/BSA Officer.
Join a growing organization that offers excellent opportunities for career growth, a team atmosphere, and a competitive benefits package!
Location: Remote (U.S.-based, with periodic travel to headquarters, board meetings, regulatory meetings, and key business partners)
Position Summary: Quaint Oak Bank is a growing community bank seeking a VP, Head of Financial Crimes amp; AML/BSA Officer to lead its enterprise financial crimes program, including BSA/AML, AML/CFT, OFAC sanctions, fraud, customer due diligence, and risk management.
The role will serve as the Bank’s designated BSA Officer (subject to Board approval) and maintain a risk-based program aligned to the Bank’s size, strategy, products, services, customer base, geographies, technology, and third-party relationships.
The Bank operates an innovative, diversified commercial strategy (including domestic, international, fintech, payments, and correspondent banking). The ideal candidate will have experience supporting such models, with strong capabilities in risk assessment, controls, governance, reporting, and regulatory engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead the enterprise financial crimes program, including BSA/AML, OFAC, fraud, CDD/EDD, monitoring, investigations, and governance.
  • Serve as designated BSA Officer, overseeing daily compliance with BSA/AML, OFAC, and financial crimes regulations.
  • Maintain and enhance a risk-based compliance program aligned with business strategy and risk profile.
  • Advise executive leadership and the Board with independent, risk-based guidance; provide regular reporting on risks, SARs, regulatory changes, and remediation.
  • Partner with business teams to evaluate higher-risk or non-traditional relationships and define onboarding controls, monitoring expectations, and risk guardrails. Lead fraud risk management strategy, governance, detection, investigations, and cross-functional coordination.
  • Oversee BSA/AML and OFAC risk assessments, customer risk rating, onboarding, monitoring, and exit processes.
  • Manage suspicious activity monitoring, investigations, SAR decisioning/filing, and governance.
  • Oversee OFAC/sanctions compliance, including screening, escalation, and blocked/rejected transactions.
  • Partner with IT, operations, business teams, and third-party vendors to ensure systems and data support timely identification, measurement, monitoring, reporting, and management of financial crimes risk.
  • Lead and manage BSA/AML, OFAC, sanctions, fraud, and financial crimes regulatory examinations, audit reviews, independent testing, and regulatory inquiries, including preparation, response strategy, issue management, validation, and remediation; drive remediation efforts through root cause analysis, corrective action planning, accountability tracking, and reporting to management and the Board; and maintain effective relationships with regulators, auditors, law enforcement, and industry resources.
  • Develop, maintain, and implement BSA/AML, OFAC, sanctions, fraud, and financial crimes policies, procedures, and training programs.
  • Lead and develop the financial crimes team, including performance, staffing, and workflows.
  • Monitor regulatory changes and industry trends; translate into program improvements.
Requirements amp; Qualifications:
Required
  • Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field.
  • 10+ years of BSA/AML, OFAC, financial crimes, or banking compliance experience; 5+ years in leadership.
  • CAMS (or equivalent) certification.
  • Experience serving as or directly supporting a designated BSA Officer at a federally regulated bank.
  • Experience managing BSA/AML and OFAC programs for institutions with innovative or diversified models (e.g., fintech, payments, correspondent banking, cross-border).
  • Strong knowledge of BSA, USA PATRIOT Act, FinCEN, OFAC, FFIEC guidance, SAR/CTR requirements, CDD/EDD, and related regulations.
  • Experience with monitoring/screening systems, model governance, alert/case management, and data quality.
  • Proven ability to manage exams, audits, remediation, and regulatory reporting.
  • Strong understanding of banking operations, payments, lending, and third-party risk.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, judgment, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred
  • Experience in community/regional banks with innovative or fintech-driven strategies.
  • Exposure to high-scrutiny activities (e.g., fintech partnerships, cross-border, third-party relationships).
  • Experience with correspondent banking, FFIs, and sanctions risk.
  • Experience in sponsor-bank/BaaS, payment processors, or MSB relationships.
  • Experience with regulatory remediation (e.g., MRAs, MRIAs, consent orders).
  • Advanced certifications (e.g., CAMS-Audit, CFE, CRCM, CFCS).
Key Attributes
  • Independent, practical, and risk-focused decision-maker.
  • Balances compliance with business growth.
  • Comfortable in innovative, evolving environments.
  • Effective communicator with regulators, executives, and teams.
  • Strategic yet hands-on, with strong governance and operational insight.
Salary: $135,000–$155,000/year; offer is commensurate with experience.
Quaint Oak Bank and/or its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability or veteran status. Quaint Oak Bank and/or its subsidiaries is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Rachel Schmahl at 610.798.6111 or rschmahl@quaintoak.com.

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