SAS AML Consultant

Job Summary:
The SAS AML Analyst/Consultant will be responsible for implementing, configuring, and optimizing SAS Anti-Money Laundering (AML) solutions to monitor suspicious activities, ensure regulatory compliance, and help financial institutions mitigate risks. The role involves working with clients and internal teams to design, deploy, and manage AML solutions using SAS AML technology.

Key Responsibilities:
SAS AML Solution Implementation:

Lead or assist in the deployment and configuration of SAS AML solutions.
Customize the SAS AML platform to meet the specific regulatory and business requirements of the client.
Data Integration & Analysis:

Integrate data from multiple sources into the SAS AML system for analysis.
Ensure the integrity and quality of data used in AML monitoring.
Transaction Monitoring:

Develop, implement, and fine-tune AML transaction monitoring rules.
Analyze and interpret transaction data to identify potential money laundering activities.
Case Management & Investigation Support:

Work with the compliance team to investigate alerts and cases generated by the SAS AML system.
Support the creation of detailed reports on suspicious activities for further action.
Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure that the SAS AML solution is configured and maintained to meet relevant regulations such as FATF, FinCEN, and local AML laws.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements for anti-money laundering practices.
Optimization & Fine-Tuning:

Continuously monitor and optimize the SAS AML platform to improve detection accuracy and minimize false positives.
Collaborate with the IT and compliance teams to ensure the system operates at peak performance.
Reporting & Dashboarding:

Design and implement dashboards and reports for compliance teams to easily track and manage AML risks.
Training & Documentation:

Provide training and support to end-users and stakeholders on SAS AML functionalities.
Develop and maintain documentation related to system configurations, rules, and user guides.
Collaboration:

Work closely with compliance, risk management, and IT teams to ensure seamless AML operations.
Engage with external vendors and stakeholders to integrate AML systems with other enterprise risk management platforms.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.
Experience with SAS AML solution implementation, configuration, and optimization.
Strong understanding of anti-money laundering (AML) laws, regulations, and best practices.
Hands-on experience with data integration, SAS macros, SAS Enterprise Guide, and SAS AML Case Management.
Experience in transaction monitoring, rule development, and data analytics.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance frameworks (FATF, FinCEN, OFAC, KYC, etc.).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.