SAR KYC Analyst

Job Description
WELCOME TO THE EMPIRE! Caesars Sportsbook is the fastest growing Sports Book in the US! Our ambition is to build a digitally led, internationally diverse gambling company of scale. We are in a highly innovative industry. As one of the largest gambling companies and with over 11,000 people worldwide, we make a massive investment in everyone, offering excellent career development opportunities. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we offer a fast-paced environment where we have fun, celebrate success, and give you all the tools you'll need to be your best self.
BEHOLD! Caesars Sportsbook is growing its Compliance team in order to keep up with the expansion of the legalized sports betting market into new states and jurisdictions. Reporting to the AML Compliance Manager, The SAR/KYC Analyst will be responsible for the research, analysis, investigating, and reporting of any and all suspicious activity in order to adhere to both company and regulatory agency requirements.
What You Will Do:

• Conduct research, analyze transactions, and investigate suspicious activity across all business units, and investigate accounts for potential risks.
• Maintain current knowledge of the Bank Secrecy Act and all related anti-money laundering and OFAC regulations.
• Conduct due-diligence investigations as required by the AML Compliance Program.
• Research and validation of entity data using appropriate internal and external data sources.
• Ensure timely identification, efficient reporting of suspicious activity, and timely Know Your Customer (KYC) reviews.
• Ability to proactively identify and assess potential concerns and risks.
• Analyze CTR's and other financial transactions to monitor/detect suspicious activity.
• Responsible for the preparation and communication of SAR reports as it relates to transaction details, analysis, findings, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure accuracy of SARs by utilizing a risk-based approach for each transaction.
• Help to develop departmental training for other team members to follow in case of suspicious activity.
• Notify cross-functional departments of any suspicious activity in order to protect the integrity of the business and prevent further egregious acts in violation of Title 31.
• Conduct regular audits on customer data to detect suspicious activity.
• Stay up to date on state and federal AML, SAR and KYC regulations in order to remain in compliance with company and regulatory guidelines.
• Other duties, as assigned, including helping with CTR audit reviews.

What You Will Need:

• 3-5 years of AML experience in a regulated industry - casino/gaming preferred
• Advanced skills with MS Office (Excel, Word)
• Strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills
• Knowledgeable of regulations under Title 31, FinCEN, etc.
• Ability to work alone and in a team environment
• Must successfully pass a drug screen, background check, and obtain a gaming license in jurisdictions as deemed necessary by company and regulatory rules

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to sit, type, and talk on the phone for extended periods
• Regular attendance in the office

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Caesars Sportsbook reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.
As a part of Caesars Sportsbook's employment process, finalist candidates will be required to complete a drug test and background check upon offer acceptance.
About Us
Behold! Caesars Sportsbook is here, and we're proud to be a part of Caesars Entertainment-the number one gaming company in the world with over 80 years of sports betting expertise.
At Caesars Sportsbook, we believe all our Team Members should be treated like Caesars. It's the mantra we were founded on, and the standard that drives us to provide our customers with best-in-class service.
As we continue to Blaze The Trail with our Caesars Sportsbook & Casino app, the expansion of our Caesars Sportsbook retail locations, our World Series of Poker franchise, our William Hill legacy brand, and partnerships with the biggest names in sports and entertainment, we're creating new and exciting opportunities for you to be a part of our empire and make an impact.
Interested in joining the team? Check out our job postings and see what we have to offer, people. And remember-We Are All Caesars!