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Anti-Money Laundering Specialist in Los Angeles, CA

Anti-Money Laundering Specialist Job Description

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in business, finance or a related filed and at least four years of experience with fraud or money-laundering investigations. Proven investigative and analytical skills, as well as case report writing experience, are preferred. Anti-money laundering specialists must be knowledgeable in forensic accounting, statistical data mining and risk management. Some firms look for candidates with the certified anti-money laundering specialist (CAMS) and certified fraud examiner (CFE) certifications.

Typical anti-money laundering specialist duties:

Conducting investigations of potential money laundering or fraud and filing regulatory reports according to legal requirementsDeveloping and implementing key anti-money laundering initiativesParticipating in committees to review and improve anti-money laundering policies and proceduresReviewing transaction data to detect fraud or money laundering trends to support investigationsOrganizing documentation and evidence resulting from investigationsPreparing cases for criminal prosecution or presenting evidence to law enforcementProviding testimony in criminal and civil proceedings as necessaryStaying current with regulatory compliance requirements and changes from government and industry boards such as the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and Office of the Comptroller of Currency

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Salary for Anti-Money Laundering Specialist in Los Angeles, CA
91700 - 140825
Low
91700
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is building necessary skills.
Mid
121830
The candidate has moderate experience in the role, meets most requirements or has equivalent transferable skills, and may also have relevant certifications.
High
140825
The candidate has extensive experience and advanced skills for the role, and may also have specialized certifications.
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