Financial Crimes Analyst I

Dave Inc.

Job Overview

Location

United States

Job Type

Full-time

Full Job Description

📋 Description

• As a Financial Crimes Analyst I at Dave, you will play a critical role in safeguarding the integrity of the platform by investigating potential financial crimes such as fraud, money laundering, and suspicious account activity, directly protecting millions of underserved Americans who rely on Dave for accessible financial services.
• You will join the Compliance team reporting to the Manager of Compliance, BSA/AML, where your investigative work strengthens Dave’s defenses against illicit activity while supporting the company’s mission to level the financial playing field through innovative, user-centric fintech solutions.
• Day to day, you will conduct investigations into potential financial crimes by reviewing alerts, analyzing transaction histories, KYC information, and digital activity signals to identify red flags and suspicious behaviors.
• You will document investigative findings clearly and thoroughly, maintaining organized case records that support regulatory compliance, internal audits, and escalation resolution with teams like Member Success, Loss Management, and Risk.
• You will monitor investigation queues and manage service level agreements to ensure timely resolution of alerts, using data analysis tools and research techniques to detect emerging risk patterns and trends.
• You will collaborate cross-functionally with risk, operations, and member-facing teams to resolve fraud incidents, share insights, and improve investigative processes as new threats and regulatory expectations evolve.
• You will participate in ongoing training to stay current on BSA/AML/OFAC regulations, fraud trends, and best practices, continuously building your expertise in financial crime prevention within a fast-growing fintech environment.
• You will contribute to a mission-driven culture where your work helps protect vulnerable members from financial harm while enabling Dave to scale its affordable, transparent financial products responsibly.
• About the team and company: Dave is a virtual-first financial technology company dedicated to serving Americans living paycheck to paycheck by offering fair, accessible tools like ExtraCash and upcoming BNPL products, with a culture rooted in member centricity, transparency, and collaboration.
• In this role, you will develop deep expertise in AML compliance, financial investigations, and risk analytics, positioning yourself for growth in financial crime prevention, compliance, or risk management within the fintech industry.

🎯 Requirements

• 1+ years of experience supporting BSA/AML/OFAC investigations or financial crime operations
• Experience reviewing alerts or conducting investigations related to fraud, suspicious activity, or money laundering
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify patterns and assess risk within financial or transactional data
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks such as the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering (AML) requirements
• Clear written communication skills with the ability to document investigative findings and recommendations
• Ability to manage multiple cases while meeting investigation deadlines and service level expectations
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience in a relevant field

🏖️ Benefits

• Premium Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans
• 401(k) savings plan with matching contributions
• Generous paid parental and caregiver leave
• Flexible hours and virtual first work culture with a home office stipend
• Financial advisor and financial wellness support
• Flexible PTO and generous company holidays, including Juneteenth and Winter Break

Skills & Technologies

Remote

Degree Required

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About Dave Inc.

Dave is a financial technology company that offers a mobile application designed to help users manage their finances. Its core services include early access to paychecks, overdraft protection, and budgeting tools, aiming to reduce financial stress and avoid costly bank fees. The company partners with employers to provide financial wellness benefits to their employees. Dave operates in the fintech industry, focusing on consumer banking and financial management solutions through a subscription-based model and interchange fees.

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