About the job

About Genesis

Genesis is a global leader in institutional digital asset markets. We provide a single point of access for digital asset trading, derivatives, borrowing, lending, custody and prime brokerage services.

Genesis facilitates billions in trades, loans and transactions on a monthly basis. We have a proven track record driving results for some of the largest digital asset-focused hedge funds, quant funds, family offices, VC’s, market makers and exchanges.

Join Our Team

Genesis is expanding to solve some of the toughest challenges in digital asset financial markets.

About This Role – Case Investigation Analyst

Genesis is seeking a Case Investigation Analyst, with a strong background in BSA/AML Transaction Monitoring, reporting directly to the Case Investigation AVP and TM & Blockchain Analytics Lead. The Case Investigation Analyst will focus on executing an effective TM program in the New York office.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Review and disposition TM-related alerts from blockchain analytics and fiat behavioral rules
• Receive alert review escalations and referrals of potentially suspicious activity
• Conduct case investigations related to suspicions of money laundering or terrorist financing
• Conduct blockchain analysis to determine the source or destination of cryptocurrency transactions
• Escalate transactions to the TM & Blockchain Analytics Lead for further review as appropriate
• Escalate cases to the BSA/AML Officer for Suspicious Activity Report (“SAR”) decisioning
• Maintain the Suspicious Activity Tracker and track the timeliness of SAR filing
• Prepare draft narratives of potential suspicious activity for review and approval by the BSA/AML Officer
• File SARs (as delegated by the BSA/AML Officer) with FinCEN
• Conduct continuous activity reviews for the previously filed SARs
• Retain copies of SARs and supporting documentation
• Conduct a twice-monthly reconciliation of the Suspicious Activity Tracker with the information in FinCEN’s BSA E-Filing System
• Prepare a monthly report on SAR metrics for the BSA/AML Officer
• Prepare monthly management reporting of TM-related metrics for the OFAC/Sanctions Officer and Chief Compliance Officer
• Identify and escalate TM compliance-related issues and/or include in logs of identified issues for corrective action
• Work with the TM & Blockchain Analytics Lead to develop red flags for money laundering and terrorist financing violations typologies
• Assist the TM & Blockchain Analytics Lead with fulfilling law enforcement requests
• Assist the broader BSA/AML compliance team with collecting AML or blockchain analysis data for audit, regulator, or partner requests
• Refine and build upon our compliance TM frameworks, including maintenance and enhancement of relevant policies and procedures
• Facilitate and drive discussions with internal stakeholders on key projects related to integration of new TM tools and processes
• Execute special TM projects as needed
• Support the broader BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance as needed
• Promptly report and escalate BSA/AML and Sanctions compliance-related issues and potential red flags
• Participate in and contribute to BSA/AML and Sanctions risk assessments, as required
• Understand and comply with BSA/AML and Sanctions regulatory requirements
• Complete BSA/AML and Sanctions training requirements within required timeframes

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law/Accounting/Finance or related discipline
• 3+ years of investigative experience in anti-money laundering and financial crimes
• Working knowledge of AML laws, regulations, and guidelines
• Proficiency with basic data analysis techniques
• Holds or has the ability to obtain CAMS certification within 12 months of employment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Experience working with Microsoft Office (e.g., Excel, Word)
• Quick learner who can adapt well to a fluid regulatory and business environment
• Organized with a high level of attention to detail
• Experience in a Fintech or Cryptocurrencies will be highly advantageous

Benefits:

• 100% Premium Coverage for Medical, Dental, & Vision for you and your dependents
• Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Tax-Free Transit benefits, & other supplemental benefits available
• Flexible time off
• Generous Parental Leave

The base salary range for this role is $85,000 - $105,000. This range is not inclusive of any potential bonus amounts. Factors that may impact the agreed upon base salary for a particular candidate include years of experience, skill set, and other external factors.

Why Genesis

Genesis is dedicated to creating best-in-class infrastructure for institutional investors, developing advanced products that lower barriers, increase profitability and broaden access. Our team has decades of experience at top Wall Street investment banks and Silicon Valley technology firms, and includes leading experts in blockchain, distributed computing, cryptography and cybersecurity.

Digital Asset Ecosystem

Genesis operates at the heart of the digital asset ecosystem:

→ We are a subsidiary of Digital Currency Group (DCG), the largest investor in the bitcoin and blockchain space.

→ We have an unparalleled global network at the intersection of data, finance and technology.

Accelerating Momentum

Our addressable market is expanding rapidly as new institutional investors enter the space. Recent results include:

→ 300%+ Y/Y trading volume growth

→ 400%+ Y/Y loan origination growth

→ 300%+ Y/Y active loan growth

→ 150%+ Q/Q derivatives transaction growth

Diversity And Inclusion

Genesis invests in creating a welcoming environment where everyone can feel supported and connected at work.

→ We help employees develop a deep understanding of the problems we’re trying to solve.

→ We thrive on ideas driven by a broad range of perspectives.

→ We believe diverse teams lead to better products and bigger outcomes.

Please review our Privacy Polices for CCPA and GDPR here

Genesis is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.