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KPMG US

Senior Associate, Financial Crimes, Quantitative Analytics

KPMG US, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you\'re looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate, Financial Crimes, Quantitative Analyst to join our Advisory Services practice.

Responsibilities

Develop, calibrate, and validate statistical, machine learning, and artificial intelligence models used to detect and prevent financial crimes, including fraud, money laundering, and sanctions violations

Assess and monitor the performance of quantitative models through back testing, benchmarking, and statistical analysis

Analyze large and complex datasets to uncover patterns, anomalies, and trends indicative of illicit financial activities

Provide quantitative support for risk assessments, regulatory reporting, and periodic audits related to financial crimes

Contribute to the design and implementation of data quality, governance, and model risk management frameworks

Qualifications

Minimum three years of recent experience specialized in quantitative analysis for financial crime detection, leveraging advanced statistical methods and data modeling techniques

Bachelor\'s degree from an accredited college or university is required with preference given to data science, statistics, math or related quantitative field of study; Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from an accredited college or university is preferred

Proficient in programming languages such as Python and R to build, validate, and implement models for transaction monitoring, anomaly detection, and fraud analytics; experienced with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI

Skilled in risk assessment, data-driven decision making, and extracting actionable insights from complex datasets

Ability to analyze complex datasets and communicate actionable insights to diverse audiences

Experience applying machine learning or artificial intelligence techniques within financial crime risk management

Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant\'s skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.

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https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=M150_4_25

KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG\'s compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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