FIU Cases Analyst I

FIU Cases Analyst I

We are a hybrid, remote-office company dedicated to growing our talent anywhere!

We have onsite locations in : Sioux Falls, SD, Scottsdale, AZ, Louisville, KY, Troy, MI, Franklin, TN, Easton, PA.

At Pathward, we take tremendous pride in our purpose to create financial inclusion for all. We are a financial empowerment company that works with innovators to increase financial availability, choice, and opportunity for all. We strive to remove barriers that traditional institutions put in the way of financial access, and promote economic mobility by providing responsible, secure, high quality financial products.

We are a team of problem solvers and innovators who celebrate our differences and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger and well-positioned for success. We celebrate, and embrace, our team members through our HUMBLEHUNGRYSMART approach, and we believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve.

About the Role

The Financial Intelligence Case Analyst is responsible for analyzing and investigating customer and transactional activity to identify patterns indicative of suspicious behavior. This role involves filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs) with regulatory agencies in accordance with internal policies and applicable laws. The analyst will evaluate a wide range of banking products, financial crime typologies, and data systems, contributing to the organization's compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations.

What You Will Do

Analyze and investigate customer and transactional data to identify and confirm suspicious activity.

Review merchant acquiring account data for indicators of financial crime or unusual behavior.

Prepare and file SARs and CTRs with regulatory agencies for activity escalated by internal teams, external partners, or law enforcement.

Maintain service level agreements (SLAs) and ensure timely completion of investigations in accordance with policies and regulatory standards.

Meet or exceed expectations for production, quality, and leadership metrics across assigned workstreams.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance detection strategies and improve investigative outcomes.

Perform other duties as assigned to support the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) and broader compliance objectives.

What You Will Need

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Criminal Justice, or a related discipline.

Preferred certifications (not required) :

• Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
• Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience in BSA / AML investigations, financial crime analysis, or regulatory compliance.

Experience with SAR writing, transaction monitoring systems, and case management tools is strongly preferred.

Exceptional attention to detail and analytical thinking.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to summarize complex findings clearly.

Ability to manage workload independently and prioritize tasks effectively.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

Self-motivated, organized, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.

The responsibilities listed above are not all inclusive and may be changed at any time.

Salary range : $17.25 hourly $28 hourly

The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for a new hire in this role. Individual pay within the range will be determined by multiple factors which can include but are not limited to a candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your location during the hiring process. Ranges may be modified in the future. This role is also eligible for an annual performance-based incentive opportunity. Pathward offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees, including health insurance, 401(k) retirement benefits, life insurance, disability benefits, paid time off, and more.

Don't have everything listed under qualifications? If you're excited about this role but your experiences don't match exactly to everything in the posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other Pathward roles. Pathward is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers candidates for roles without regard to their race, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability or any other category protected by law.

Our commitment to inclusion is woven into our DNA. We believe that we are strongest when we embrace the voices of our employees, customers, partners, and the communities we serve.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, pregnancy, national origin, age (age 40 and over), disability, genetic information, marital status, hair texture or hairstyle, ancestry, service in the uniformed services, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.