Remote - Transaction Monitoring and Screening Analyst

About the position

We’re looking for talented professionals, anywhere in the United States, to join us in bringing smart money management and payment solutions to everyone’s fingertips. At Green Dot, we are evolving to a new and permanent “Work from Anywhere” model designed to maximize the benefits of remote work, promote and enable a strong culture of performance and connectedness, and attract the best and brightest talent who align with our entrepreneurial spirit and mission. <<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>><<>> JOB DESCRIPTION Role Summary The Transaction Monitoring and Screening Analyst supports the execution of Green Dot’s AML compliance program by conducting reviews of transaction monitoring alerts and screening matches. This role ensures timely and accurate identification of suspicious activity and potential sanctions risks, contributing to regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Review and disposition transaction monitoring alerts generated by Unit21, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Investigate potential OFAC and adverse media screening matches and escalate as appropriate.
  • Document findings and maintain case records in accordance with regulatory and internal standards.
  • Support rule tuning and testing efforts by providing feedback on alert quality and false positives.
  • Collaborate with compliance and operations teams to improve alert handling workflows.
  • Assist in preparing data and documentation for SAR filings and regulatory reporting.
  • Monitor regulatory developments and support updates to screening and monitoring procedures.
  • Participate in quality assurance reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Compliance Requirement: All employees in this role are required to complete and maintain current training in Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering (AML), and Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) regulations. This includes initial onboarding training and ongoing annual refreshers, as mandated by Green Dot’s compliance policies. Non-compliance could pose reputational, legal, and financial risks to the organization.

Requirements

  • 2–4 years of experience in AML/BSA compliance or financial crimes investigations.
  • Familiarity with AML systems (Unit21 preferred), OFAC screening tools, and case management platforms.
  • Understanding of BSA/AML/OFAC regulations and risk governance frameworks.
  • Strong analytical and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.
  • Proficiency in Excel and basic data analysis tools.
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