AML Analyst

@ Paylocity

About Paylocity

Paylocity is an award-winning provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions. The company delivers an intuitive, easy-to-use platform that helps businesses automate and streamline HR processes, attract and retain talent, and build a strong workplace culture.

Since 1997, Paylocity has offered big challenges and the right resources for career growth in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

Work Arrangement

This is a fully remote position available for candidates located within the Philippines. Availability during designated work hours five days per week is required. Future adjustments to the work arrangement may occur based on business needs and performance.

About the AML Analyst Role

The AML Analyst will join the Risk & Compliance team and play a key role in safeguarding Paylocity from financial crime and reputational risk. You will monitor, investigate, and report suspicious activities while supporting regulatory reporting and continuous improvement of AML controls.

Responsibilities

• Monitor alerts, transactions, and customer behavior for suspicious activity.
• Conduct enhanced due diligence investigations and file SARs/STRs.
• Use risk and fraud detection tools including Sardine, GIACT, Experian, and Fullstory.
• Collaborate with Fraud, Legal, Product, and Customer Experience teams.
• Analyze transaction and user data using SQL for anomaly detection.
• Develop and tune AML monitoring rules for improved efficiency.
• Prepare reports for internal audits and regulatory inquiries.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Support process improvements and compliance tool implementations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of AML, fraud, or financial crime investigations experience.
• Proficiency in SQL and ability to perform data extraction and analysis.
• Familiarity with regulations such as the Bank Secrecy Act, USA PATRIOT Act, and FinCEN guidelines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• AML certifications such as CAMS or equivalent.
• Experience with case management systems and rule-based alert engines.
• Knowledge of cryptocurrency, payments, or digital banking AML risks.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a fintech or startup environment.

Key Skills/Competency

AML, Compliance, SQL, Risk, Fraud, Due Diligence, Investigation, Data Analytics, Regulatory, Process Improvement