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Senior Anti-Money Laundering Analyst (AML)

Finning
3 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Company:

Finning Canada

Number of Openings:

1

Worker Type:

Permanent

Position Overview:

Finning Canada is looking to hire a permanent, full‑time Senior AML Analyst who will support the ongoing development, monitoring, and execution of the company’s Anti‑Money Laundering (AML) and Anti‑Terrorist Financing (ATF) compliance program. This hybrid role will be based in either Finning’s Calgary or Edmonton office. This position ensures Finning meets its regulatory obligations under the PCMLTFA, FINTRAC requirements, and other applicable guidelines. It is also key in supporting investigations, risk assessments, policy maintenance, and reporting.

Job Description:

Major Job Functions:

AML Advisory & Subject Matter Support

  • Provide guidance on AML/ATF regulations, internal policies, and compliance expectations.

  • Support business in applying Finning’s AML/ATF framework consistently and effectively.

  • Identify and escalate regulatory or operational AML/ATF concerns to the Compliance Officer in a timely manner.

Program, Policy & Control Management

  • Maintain and update AML/ATF policies, procedures, and control frameworks.

  • Assist with program enhancements, regulatory changes, and internal control updates.

  • Support internal and external audits, regulatory reviews, and related remediation activities.

  • Administer AML compliance databases, systems, and monitoring tools.

Risk Assessment, Monitoring & Surveillance

  • Conduct AML/ATF risk assessments for products, business lines, clients, and operational areas.

  • Perform transaction monitoring, control testing, and ongoing surveillance activities.

  • Review and assess unusual activity reports, alert cases, and system‑generated monitoring outputs.

  • Compare observed activity against KYC profiles to identify anomalies or red flags.

  • Support independent testing and validation of AML controls and risk assessments.

Investigations & Regulatory Reporting

  • Conduct investigations into unusual or suspicious account activity.

  • Document investigative steps, findings, and recommendations clearly and accurately.

  • Prepare and submit Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) to FINTRAC as required.

  • Maintain complete and accurate records of investigative actions, assessments, and follow‑up.

  • Build dashboards and reports summarizing AML trends, risks, and program performance.

Training, Awareness & Collaboration

  • Assist with the development, delivery, and ongoing refresh of AML/ATF training modules.

  • Support employee awareness initiatives on financial crime risks and regulatory expectations.

  • Collaborate with business units, internal audit, and other risk functions to assess and mitigate AML/ATF risks.

Regulatory & Industry Monitoring

  • Stay current on emerging AML/ATF regulations, FINTRAC guidance, and industry best practices.

  • Identify evolving money laundering and terrorist financing typologies.

  • Recommend program enhancements to address emerging risks or regulatory changes.

Compliance Projects

  • Support cross functional teams in the design, implementation, execution and maintenance of other compliance programs at Finning.

Qualifications:

  • 2–5+ years of AML/ATF or financial crime compliance experience within the Canadian financial services or regulated industry.

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field 

  • Experience investigating AML alerts and filing Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs).

  • AML certifications such as ACAMS (CAMs), CFE, or ICA certifications are strongly desired

  • Proficiency in Microsoft tools.

  • Experience supporting audits, risk assessments, policy updates, or control design

Knowledge:

  • Familiarity with AML/ATF systems, monitoring tools, and case‑management platforms.

  • Knowledge of the PCMLTFA, FINTRAC guidelines, and KYC requirements.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong written communication skills, particularly for investigations and regulatory documentation.

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to review and interpret large volumes of data

At Finning, we prioritize creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we actively encourage all individuals to express themselves and achieve their full potential. As a company, we continuously strive to enhance our outreach to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We do not discriminate against applicants based on gender identity, race, national and ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital and family status, and/or mental or physical disabilities. Furthermore, Finning is committed to collaborating with and providing reasonable accommodations /adjustments to individuals with disabilities. If you require an adjustment/accommodation at any point during the recruitment process, please inform your recruiter.