Experienced AML Investigator -12 Month Renewable Contract

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Job Details

Temp

Location

Toronto, ON

Job Description

Overview
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.

KPMG's financial crimes professionals help clients understand how money launderers and the financiers of terrorism could be exploiting vulnerabilities in their organizations.

This is a Contract opportunity within Financial Crimes Services - KPMG Canada (home.kpmg).This is a HYBRID role 3 days/week out of our Downtown Toronto office. Contractors will be eligible for benefits, paid vacation and merit based pay increases. There is also high potentional for contract renewals and conversion to permanent employment.

What you will do

Conduct periodic, quarterly and/or annual AML/KYC reviews using client systems such as SAS, Actimize and Oracle and others
Perform enhanced due diligence activities such as open-source searches, negative media and/or name screening (World-Check, Lexis Nexis and other searching engines)
Perform investigations and transaction analysis
Identify red flags / RGS indicators or unusual patterns of activity that may be indicative of criminal activity that potentially could lead to money laundering, terrorist financing, tax evasion, etc.
Complete reports to be submitted to the regulators based on findings when necessary (suspicious transaction reports)
Prepare case documentation as per client procedures
Work with a team to meet production targets depending on the specific project

What you bring to the role

3+ years of AML Investigation experience
Experience managing alerts and navigating Investigation processes/programs in a Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) environment
Experience filing suspicious transaction reports (STR) to FINTRAC
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS) or other recognized AML/Financial Crimes certifications is preferred
Strong transaction analysis, professionalism and excellent judgment concerning confidential matters
Strong understanding of industry common screening and transaction monitoring tools such as: SAS, Actimize, Oracle, World-check, Lexis Nexis, Refinitiv and others.
Experience in handling High Risk profiles cases
Experience performing demarketing and/or remediation projects
Strong record of achieving high targets while ensuring high quality
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as contribute to a team environment
Excellent communication skills(both verbal and written)
Good interpersonal and organizational skills
Good troubleshooting skills and analytical ability
Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Data Analytics Tools)

Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters

KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.

Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have the opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.

About KPMG

KPMG LLP is the Canadian member firm of KPMG International. We provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services to many of the public and private business, not-for profit, and public sector organizations in Canada. Nationally, there are 40 offices and over 700 partners and 7,000 employees working together to help Canadian businesses achieve their goals. Leveraging the skills, knowledge and passion of our firm and our people allows us to serve our clients with uncompromising professionalism, cutting through complexity to provide valuable insight—in Canada and around the world. KPMG s.r.l./S.E.N.C.R.L. est le cabinet canadien membre de KPMG International Cooperative (« KPMG International »). Nous offrons des services professionnels en audit et en fiscalité ainsi que des services-conseils à une vaste clientèle composée notamment de sociétés ouvertes et fermées, d’organismes sans but lucratif et d’organisations du secteur public au Canada. KPMG compte 40 bureaux à l’échelle nationale, au sein desquels collaborent plus de 700 associés et 7 000 employés pour aider les sociétés canadiennes à atteindre leurs objectifs. Nous misons sur les compétences et le savoir-faire de notre équipe pour servir nos clients − au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde − avec rigueur et professionnalisme. Notre mission première : simplifier la complexité en proposant des perspectives éclairantes.