Financial Analyst Crypto

About AML RightSource

We are AML RightSource, the leading technology-enabled managed services firm focused on fighting financial crime for our clients and the world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, and operating across the globe, we are a trusted partner to our financial institution, FinTech, money service business, and corporate clients.

Core Competencies & Expertise

AML & KYC Compliance – Conducting CDD and EDD on customers, including high-risk entities, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and businesses operating in crypto-related activities.

Crypto Transaction Monitoring – Investigating on-chain and off-chain transactions to identify potential risks related to mixers, tumblers, darknet markets, and high-risk jurisdictions.

Blockchain Analytics Tools – Hands-on experience using :

Chainalysis – Wallet clustering, transaction tracing, exposure risk scoring.

TRM Labs – Address screening, smart contract analytics, fraud detection.

Gemini – Exchange compliance monitoring, blockchain forensic investigations.

Sanctions & Adverse Media Screening – Screening wallets, counterparties, and entities against OFAC, UN, EU, and FATF watchlists.

Regulatory Compliance – Strong understanding of FinCEN, FATF, SEC, FCA, and MAS crypto compliance frameworks.

SAR / STR Filing – Drafting and submitting Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) for regulatory reporting.

Risk Assessment & Escalation – Providing insights on crypto-specific typologies, including DeFi exploits, NFT wash trading, and stablecoin risks.

Cross-functional Collaboration – Working with internal fraud teams, law enforcement, and regulators to investigate and mitigate crypto financial crimes.

Key Responsibilities

Customer Due Diligence (CDD) & Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) – Crypto-Specific

Conduct CDD / EDD for crypto customers, including individuals, exchanges, OTC desks, and institutional clients.

Assess the source of wealth and source of funds (SOW / SOF) for crypto-related transactions.

Verify wallet addresses, transaction histories, and counterparties for potential illicit activity.

Utilize Chainalysis Reactor / TRM Labs to investigate high-risk wallet interactions.

Crypto Transaction Monitoring & Risk Detection

Monitor real-time crypto transactions for suspicious patterns using Gemini, Chainalysis KYT, and TRM Labs.

Detect and analyze trends in illicit activities, such as mixing services, cross-chain swaps, and sanction evasion techniques.

Investigations & Reporting

Conduct blockchain forensics on crypto currency to track fund flows.

File Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) / Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) for money laundering, fraud, and terrorist financing cases.

Sanctions & Adverse Media Screening

Screen crypto wallet addresses and counterparties against OFAC SDN, EU, UN, and other sanctions lists.

Conduct adverse media research on high-risk crypto businesses.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure compliance with FATF Travel Rule, FinCEN requirements, and global AML / CFT regulations.

Stay updated on crypto-related enforcement actions and emerging risks.

Preferred Certifications

Crypto-Specific Certifications :

Certified Cryptocurrency Investigator (CCI)

Chain analysis Cryptocurrency Fundamentals Certification (CCFC)

TRM Academy Certifications

AML & Compliance Certifications :

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)

ICA Advanced Certificate in AML & Crypto Compliance

Certified Financial Crime Specialist (CFCS)