Pathward · 1 day ago
OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
$50K/yr - $84K/yr
3+ years expPathward is a financial empowerment company dedicated to creating financial inclusion for all. The OFAC Sanctions Screening Analyst II will serve as the primary point of escalation for complex OFAC screening alerts and high-risk cases, providing guidance to junior team members and ensuring compliance with OFAC regulatory requirements.
ConsultingFinanceFinancial Services
Responsibilities
Serve as primary escalation point for complex OFAC screening alerts involving customers, transactions, and counterparties against sanctions lists including SDN, Consolidated Sanctions, Sectoral Sanctions (SSI), Non-SDN Menu-Based Sanctions, and other OFAC programs
Conduct advanced investigation of escalated potential matches requiring deeper analysis of customer information, transaction patterns, beneficial ownership structures, and complex identifying details
Perform enhanced due diligence research using internal systems, public records, commercial databases, and specialized investigative resources to resolve ambiguous matches
Review and approve complex false positive dispositions escalated by Analysts, ensuring appropriate justification and supporting documentation meets quality standards
Make final determinations on confirmed matches and true positive hits, coordinating with BSA Officer and senior management on required actions including account restrictions, transaction blocking, and regulatory reporting
Monitor escalation queue to ensure timely resolution and provide coverage during high-volume periods to meet regulatory deadlines
Monitor OFAC list updates and sanctions program changes, ensuring timely rescreening of customer base and transaction activity against new designations
Coordinate blocked property reporting and rejected transaction documentation for submission to OFAC as required
Contribute to program enhancements and long-term sanctions strategy
Serve as subject matter expert for OFAC sanctions screening matters, providing guidance to junior Analysts on complex scenarios and edge cases
Coordinate with operations, relationship management, and customer-facing staff on escalated matters, account actions, and transaction status
Lead or participate in team meetings and trainings
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Finance, International Relations, Political Science, Criminal Justice, or related field required
3+ years of experience in OFAC sanctions compliance or screening operations, with demonstrated experience handling escalated or complex cases
Banking or financial services experience required
Demonstrated knowledge of OFAC sanctions regulations, country-based and list-based programs, general licenses, beneficial ownership structures, and interdiction principles
Excellent analytical and investigative skills with demonstrated ability to resolve complex, ambiguous cases
Excellent attention to accuracy and quality
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and internet research
Ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and provide guidance to less experienced team members
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex findings to various audiences including senior management
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Capacity to work efficiently under time constraints while maintaining quality
Preferred
CAMS or CGSS certification preferred
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k) retirement benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Paid time off
And more
Company
Pathward
Pathward is a financial firm that provides investment strategies to promote business growth for organizations.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brett Pharr
Chief Executive Officer
Greg Sigrist
Chief Financial Officer
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