AML/FIU Compliance Analyst I
As an AML/FIU Compliance Analyst I at Tipalti, you'll be on the front lines of fighting financial crime—digging into anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorist financing (CTF), and sanctions-related investigations that matter. In this role, you'll be a key player in our Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), owning complex cases across multiple business lines. We’re looking for sharp, independent thinkers passionate about uncovering the truth, navigating regulatory landscapes, and adapting quickly in a fast-paced environment. What will set you up for success? Strong investigative instincts and an eye for detail. Confidence in working independently while also collaborating across teams. A proactive approach to learning and growing within a dynamic field. A drive to take ownership and solve complex compliance puzzles. You’ll bring deep knowledge of AML and OFAC regulations, sound judgment under pressure, and a high standard for confidentiality and integrity.
Why join Tipalti?
Tipalti is one of the world’s fastest-growing fintech companies. We free finance professionals to lead by modernizing the entire payables operation. We are a well-funded, late-stage start-up backed by high-profile investors. Our 2021 Series F funding round raised $270 million, valuing us at over $8.3 billion. With total funding of just over $550 million, and with more than 3000 global customers, Tipalti is one of the most valuable private fintech companies in the world.
At Tipalti, we pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, the quality of our product and the capabilities of our people. Tipaltians are passionate about the work they do, and keen to get the job done. Tipalti offers competitive benefits, a flexible workplace, career coaching, and an environment where diverse individuals can thrive and make an impact. Our culture ensures everyone checks their egos at the door and stands ready to reach for success together.
Founded in Israel in 2010, Tipalti is a global business headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area (Foster City) with offices in Tel Aviv, Plano, Toronto, Vancouver, London, Amsterdam and Tbilisi.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Analyze alerts and identify red flags using internal and external research tools.
- Investigate suspicious activity alerts and referrals, ensuring accurate analysis and documentation.
- Assess transaction data to identify risks, trends, and suspicious patterns.
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather information on client transaction activity.
- Finalize Suspicious Activity Referrals with a thorough review and supporting evidence.
- Generate reports and summaries using case management and analytical tools.
- Review and input investigation results into the system in a timely manner.
- Recommend next steps and escalate cases requiring further review.
- Present findings clearly to management with well-written SAR narratives.
- Build strong relationships with internal teams and stakeholders.
- Demonstrate knowledge of AML regulations and industry practices.
- Use transaction monitoring systems effectively to support investigations.
- Communicate findings clearly, aligning with client risk appetite.
- Meet case production goals while maintaining quality standards.
- Stay organized, detail-oriented, and manage time independently.
- Adapt to procedural changes and apply them during investigations.
About you
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Foundational experience in AML and OFAC investigations
- Sound understanding of AML/CTF laws, regulations, and best practices
- A sense of urgency and aptitude for multi-tasking, quickly identifying issues, and escalating to the appropriate level for resolution
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to deliver results resourcefully and methodically
- Strong writing, research, and analysis/investigation skills; capability to document relevant information in a clear, structured, and comprehensive way
- Familiarity with Google and Microsoft products
- Experience using Zendesk
- Excellent team player with a strong work ethic who is a successful self-starter in a team environment.
- Strong interpersonal communication that is clear, accurate, persuasive, and in a confident manner that also possesses emotional intelligence
- Active CAMS certification is desired but not required
Tipalti is posting this job opening for and on behalf of SDS (Cyprus) Limited and/or SDS Tbilisi Limited, LLC (both are hereinafter referred to as “SDS”). Any potential employment and/or consulting arrangements entered into, as it relates to this job opening, will be between you and SDS. Tipalti shall not be held responsible for the information and contents contained in this job posting, or for any issues arising out of or related to this job posting.
Our Mission
Our mission is to elevate how finance teams operate in the global economy. We empower our customers to scale faster and smarter by removing the complexities of doing global business and accelerating their finance operations efficiency. We are the AI-powered platform that automates finance.
Tipalti is fueled by a commitment to our customers and a desire to build lasting connections. Our client portfolio includes high-velocity businesses such as Amazon Twitch, GoDaddy, Roku, WordPress.com, and ZipRecruiter. We work hard for our 99% customer retention rate which is built on trust, reliability and innovation. Tipalti means we handled it" - a mission to which we are constantly committed.
Accommodations
Tipalti champions inclusive teams, in which every voice counts. We are committed to recruiting diverse candidates with varied personal experiences and abilities. We welcome applications from candidates belonging to historically underrepresented or disadvantaged groups, and maintain an equitable Talent Acquisition process that is free from discrimination.
As an equal opportunities employer, Tipalti complies with employment and human rights laws across the various jurisdictions in which we operate. Should you require reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, including access to alternate formats of materials, meeting spaces, or other accommodations that could better enable your full participation, please reach out to [email protected] for assistance.
AI Use
We may use artificial intelligence and automated systems (collectively "AI") to screen, assess, and select candidates during our recruitment process. This includes resume screening, skills assessment, and candidate matching. You have the right to request human review of any automated decision. For more information about how we collect and use personal data and information during recruitment, please refer to our Job Candidate Privacy Notice. For additional questions about our use of AI during our recruitment process, you can contact [email protected].
Privacy
We are committed to protecting the privacy interests of job applicants and candidates. For more information about our privacy practices during our Talent Acquisition process, please refer to our Job Candidate Privacy Notice below:
Job Candidate Privacy Notice | Tipalti
www.tipalti.com/privacy/job-candidate-privacy-notice/
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree
- Foundational experience in AML and OFAC investigations
- Sound understanding of AML/CTF laws, regulations, and best practices
- Experience using Zendesk
- Familiarity with Google and Microsoft products
- Strong writing, research, and investigation/analysis skills
- Ability to document investigations and write SAR narratives
- Ability to work independently, manage time, and meet case production goals
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with emotional intelligence
- Active CAMS certification
Tipalti Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Tipalti and has not been reviewed or approved by Tipalti.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Pre‑IPO equity and an employee stock purchase plan are included, providing ownership potential alongside cash pay. Equity is positioned as a core element of total rewards.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA/FSA and mental‑health support form a comprehensive core. Some descriptions cite strong plan value in certain locations, indicating healthcare is a relative strength.
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Flexible Benefits — A structured hybrid work model with office amenities and ERGs complements core benefits. Everyday perks such as free lunches, snacks, and events enhance the day‑to‑day experience.
Tipalti Insights
What We Do
Tipalti is the only global payables automation solution to streamline all phases of the AP and payment management workflow in one holistic cloud platform. Tipalti makes it painless for accounts payable departments to manage their entire supplier payments operation. The solution addresses everything from supplier onboarding and vetting, to tax and regulatory compliance, invoice processing, payments to suppliers anywhere in the world in a wide range of payment methods and currencies, supplier payment status communications, to closing the loop with payment reconciliation and reporting. Innovative companies use Tipalti to eliminate up to 80% of their supplier payment workload, helping them scale their business efficiently with global growth, while strengthening financial and compliance controls and while enhancing the partner payment experience. Companies like GoDaddy, Houzz, Amazon Twitch, and Vimeo and hundreds of others trust Tipalti to elevate their global supplier payments operation.
