Sr. KYC Analyst I (II)

Posted:
8/29/2024, 12:23:48 AM

Location(s):
Lower Providence Township, Pennsylvania, United States ⋅ Pennsylvania, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Flexible Work Arrangement: Hybrid

The primary responsibility of the Sr. KYC Analyst (Know Your Customer/Fraud Examiner) will be supporting the Manager, KYC in the development and implementation of PJM's Know Your Customer (KYC) program. The Sr. KYC Analyst will conduct in-depth due diligence on new and existing PJM customers/members using a structured KYC methodology, in a timely manner, in order to identify and assess the risks they present. This work will support obligations related to FinCEN, OFAC, and other regulatory efforts.

Essential Functions:

  • Conduct thorough customer and/or enhanced due diligence and verification processes in accordance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

  • Collaborate with internal teams to obtain necessary information for KYC procedures to reduce likelihood of bad actors in PJM environment.

  • Review and analyze customer documents, identifying and resolving discrepancies.

  • Perform necessary outreach to existing customers/members and pending applicants to ensure the most accurate information is received.

  • Ensure compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) regulations.

  • Review reports to assess credit risk exposure.

  • Stay up-to-date on changes in KYC and AML regulations and best practices.

  • Update and maintain customer records, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

  • Safeguard customer data that is received.

  • Maintain knowledge of the business environment, objectives and requirements relative to PJM's processes and tools and use that knowledge to develop communications for internal and external stakeholders.

  • Present, facilitate and lead assigned process improvements using methods of data gathering and analysis, problem solving and project management

  • Support activities within the PJM membership regarding education and communication of findings and data to drive to quality outcomes.


Characteristics & Qualifications:
Required:

  • BS degree in Business Administration, Finance or equivalent work experience

  • At least 5 years of experience Leading projects

  • At least 5 years of experience Analytical/Investigative research

  • Ability to develop strong relationships with multiple departments and divisions

  • Ability to work in a team environment as a team member or as team leader

  • Ability to produce high-quality work products with attention to detail

  • Ability to visualize and solve complex problems

  • Experience in analyzing large volumes of data and creating summary reports.

  • Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (MS-Word, MS-Excel and MS-PowerPoint)


Preferred

  • MBA degree in Business Administration

  • Experience in the application of advanced planning, modeling and analytical techniques

  • Experience managing projects

  • Ability to deliver presentations and/or training using acceptable methods and techniques

  • Experience developing policies, procedures, standards or manuals

  • Experience documenting and improving business processes

  • Other CAMS, CFCS, CFE or other anti-financial crime certification