AML Sr Investigator
Company: Cathay General Bancorp
Location: Monterey Park
Posted on: October 31, 2025
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Job Description:
Investigator is responsible to conduct the transactional
activity reviews and due diligence on potential AML risks
associated with existing or potential customers with the purpose
that the customer does not present undue legal, regulatory, or
reputational risk to Cathay Bank. Interface with branch/lending
staff to obtain information related to their customer’s transaction
activity and documentation provided. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS •
Maintains a current knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act and related
anti-money laundering and OFAC regulations. • Conducts account
analysis to detect trends and patterns, irregular transaction
behavior. • Sends requests to account officers to provide
supporting documentation on unusual transactions. • Organizes and
summarizes the analysis performed into cohesive and concise
narrative to enrich the customer profile. • Completes SARs (if
necessary) in a timely manner. • Ensures that analysis information
and documentation is organized and maintained appropriately. •
Responsible for researching detailed information, including names
and accounts provided by multiple sources to determine if there is
evidence of criminal activity. • Ensures accurate tracking of
assignments and requests for documentation for proper tracking of
deadlines, as well as following up on pending items in a timely
manner. • Coordinates with the AVP Manager to resolve issues,
discuss patterns and trends, policy changes, etc. • Other
responsibilities assigned by the BSA Officer or designee. • Regular
overtime is required, this includes occasional weekend days.
QUALIFICATIONS • Strong understanding of Financial Institutions
business and relevant products/services. • 3 or more years of
investigative or related experience with specific emphasis on
BSA/AML, SDD/KYC and OFAC. • Familiarity with U.S. BSA/AML
Laws/Regulations required. • Strong analytical and problem
resolution skills. • Excellent communication skills, both written
and verbal. • Ability to work well independently and with others. •
Ability to multi-task prioritize deliverables in a timely and
effective manner. • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities to
meet business needs. • Proficient in the Microsoft suite of
products and Internet-based research. • Bachelor’s Degree in
related fields of business or finance, preferred.
Keywords: Cathay General Bancorp, Monterey Park , AML Sr Investigator, Accounting, Auditing , Monterey Park, California
