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Transaction Monitoring Jobs in Phoenix, AZ (NOW HIRING)

Financial Crimes Data Architect

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$63.25 - $81.50/hr

AML, KYC, CRR, Transaction Monitoring, and Investigations knowledge. Business and Data Requirements Gathering. Stakeholder Management and Communication. Desired skills: Experience with AMEX GFCC ...

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Selects, implements, and optimizes the technology stack supporting the BSA/AML program, including transaction monitoring, sanctions/PEP screening, case management, and KYC/identity verification ...

Selecting, implementing or operating digital-asset financial-crime ecosystem solutions (transaction monitoring, onboarding, investigations). * Evaluation of differences and tradeoffs among ...

Selecting, implementing or operating digital-asset financial-crime ecosystem solutions (transaction monitoring, onboarding, investigations). * Evaluation of differences and tradeoffs among ...

Data Architect Financial Crimes

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$63.25 - $81.50/hr

AML, KYC, CRR, Transaction Monitoring, and Investigations knowledge. Business and Data Requirements Gathering. Stakeholder Management and Communication Desired skills* Experience with AMEX GFCC ...

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Deposit Operations Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $23.47/hr

... monitoring suspicious transactions, identifying unusual patterns, and escalating concerns in accordance with bank policy. · Investigate potential fraud cases involving wires, ACH, checks, and ...

Deposit Operations Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $23.47/hr

... monitoring suspicious transactions, identifying unusual patterns, and escalating concerns in accordance with bank policy. • Investigate potential fraud cases involving wires, ACH, checks, and ...

Deposit Operations Specialist

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$18.50 - $23.47/hr

Conduct fraud review on deposit operations activity by monitoring suspicious transactions, identifying unusual patterns, and escalating concerns in accordance with bank policy. Investigate potential ...

... with transaction monitoring and case management systems CAMS certification (or working toward it) a plus Skills: Professional curiosity and investigative mindset Strong analytical and critical ...

... with transaction monitoring and case management systems • CAMS certification (or working toward it) a plus Skills: • Professional curiosity and investigative mindset • Strong analytical and ...

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How much do transaction monitoring jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for transaction monitoring in Phoenix, AZ is $76,431.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,700.00 and $95,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a transaction monitoring?

A Transaction Monitoring job involves reviewing financial transactions to detect suspicious activity, such as money laundering, fraud, or regulatory breaches. Professionals in this role analyze account activity, investigate alerts, and report findings to compliance teams or regulators. They use specialized software and compliance guidelines to identify unusual patterns. Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and knowledge of financial regulations are essential for this role.

What are the typical responsibilities of someone working in transaction monitoring?

Professionals in Transaction Monitoring are responsible for reviewing financial transactions, identifying potential suspicious activity, and escalating unusual patterns for further investigation. You'll analyze large volumes of data using specialized software, document findings, and collaborate with compliance teams to ensure all regulatory requirements are met. The role often involves preparing detailed reports, responding to internal and external inquiries, and staying current with evolving anti-money laundering (AML) guidelines. Daily work is both analytical and collaborative, making communication and teamwork important aspects of your success.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the transaction monitoring position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Transaction Monitoring professional, you need strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a solid understanding of financial regulations, often supported by a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with transaction monitoring systems such as Actimize, SAS, or FICO, as well as certifications like CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), are highly valuable. Effective communication, critical thinking, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively are important soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are essential to accurately identify suspicious activity, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect the organization from financial crime risks.

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Infographic showing various Transaction Monitoring job openings in Phoenix, AZ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 83% In-person, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,431 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Manager Transaction Management (On-site)

Newrez

Tempe, AZ

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago


Newrez rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 28 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Who We Are

At Newrez, we bring big thinkers and caring doers together to make home happen. We're a team built on heart and hustle, united by a commitment to show up for our customers, our communities, and each other. We believe that when our people thrive, homeowners thrive - and that's why we invest in your growth, wellbeing, and ability to make an impact.

Every day, we work to exceed the expectations of our residential mortgage borrowers and business partners through superior service, simple processes, and clear communication. We do this by empowering our employees, encouraging innovative solutions and recognizing great performance.

Primary Function

Manager Transaction Management position is responsible for management and support of Newrez/Shellpoint's mortgage purchase, whole loan sale and/or securitization transactions. This position manages and coordinates multiple complex processes to maximize the success of each loan acquisition or sale transaction and to ensure they are able to close on time. The ability to successfully manage internal and external relationships is a vital skill for this role. The position requires experience with residential mortgage bulk and flow whole loan transactions and public / private securitization transactions. This position has a high level of interaction with internal parties (secondary, sales, warehouse lending, servicing) as well as external parties including loan sellers/lenders, loan investors, broker dealers, and warehouse providers. The Manager Transaction Management will support credit and compliance loan reviews against Investor and Company requirements and provide recommendation for loan disposition decisions.

Principal Duties:
  • Coordinate transaction related functions and requirements with internal and external stakeholders (Sellers/Lenders, Investors, Broker Dealers, Vendors, and internal departments).
  • Coordinate and support loan deliveries to whole loan investors and GSEs including data, loan files, and collateral.
  • Manage loan review transaction timelines with internal and external parties to ensure timely settlements and review of loan diligence and custodial review within service level expectations.
  • Evaluate loan due diligence results, assess validity of stipulations, make loan disposition decisions, escalate as appropriate with internal stakeholders, resolve stipulations with sellers/investors/internal stakeholders, and prepare diligence status summaries.
  • Support and review various investor guidelines for competitive analysis and salability.
  • Complete validation and quality checks of required data reports, validation of data provided by third party reviewers, vendors, and sellers.
  • Track and resolve collateral exceptions and certifications with third party custodians.
  • Build and maintain relationships with sellers, investors, and vendors.
  • Provide reporting and analytics on trades, due diligence, and counterparties.
  • Perform personnel managerial duties such as goal setting and tracking, performance monitoring and coaching, ensuring associate engagement, and other typical managerial duties.
  • Performs related duties as assigned by management.
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree, in business, marketing, communications or other relevant field.
  • 6-8 years of mortgage industry experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to handle a large degree of internal and external diplomacy as well as understanding of perspective from various stakeholders.
  • Ability to listen effectively and communicate ideas concisely.
  • Knowledge of mortgage banking, secondary markets, whole loan transactions and securitizations, GSE and private investor guidelines.
  • Ability to engage individuals and groups to surface essential requirements information.
  • Interpersonal skills, to help negotiate priorities and to resolve conflicts among appropriate stakeholders.
  • Ability to critically evaluate the information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile differing views, decompose high-level information into details, and abstract up from low-level information to a more general understanding, and distinguish user requests from the underlying true needs.

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position's requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.

By applying to this position candidate acknowledges that this is not a remote role and is required to be on-site.

Additional Information:

While this description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position's requirements, it in no way implies/states that these are the only job responsibilities. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and request other duties, as necessary.

All employees are required to have smart phones that meet Company security standards with the ability to install apps such as Microsoft Authenticator. Employment will be contingent on this requirement.

Why Newrez

We're a great place to work because we invest in what matters: your career, your community, your wellbeing, and your future. Our total rewards package is designed to support your whole self.

Company Benefits:

We offer benefits, programs, and perks that support you in every aspect of your life.

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Health Savings Account with employer contribution

  • 401(k) Retirement plan with employer match

  • Paid Maternity Leave/Parental Bonding Leave/Caregiver Leave

  • Adoption Assistance

  • Tuition & Certification reimbursement

  • Employee Mortgage Loan Program

  • The Newrez Employee Emergency and Disaster Fund is a program to support our team members experiencing hardships

Newrez NOW:

Through Newrez NOW, our Corporate Social Responsibility program, you'll have opportunities to give back, lead, and make a difference.

  • 1 company-paid Volunteer Time Off day (with over 40,000 volunteer hours contributed since our inception)

  • Matching Gifts Program - dollar-for-dollar up to $1,000

  • Access to grants, nonprofit resources, and volunteer opportunities

  • More than $6,000,000 donated since 2020

  • 1 in 5 employees participates in at least one Employee Resource Group (ERG)

Equal Employment Opportunity

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer- and celebrate our employees' differences, including race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, and Veteran status. Different makes us better.

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