Transaction Monitoring Analyst
The Transaction Monitoring Analyst at Moniepoint is responsible for supporting the company’s compliance infrastructure by identifying, reviewing, and reporting suspicious activities related to financial transactions. This position is situated within the compliance or risk team, focusing acutely on anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing controls. Moniepoint is a leading fintech company that delivers digital financial services, with a mission to promote secure and trustworthy transactions in emerging markets.
The core duties of this role involve monitoring transaction flows in real-time and post-event, analyzing trends, and flagging suspicious or unusual activity for further investigation. The analyst is expected to escalate cases to senior compliance officers, prepare documentation for regulatory reporting, and contribute to the refinement of monitoring systems based on evolving typologies. The role may also involve collaborating with other teams to ensure procedural consistency and regulatory compliance.
Candidates should have a background in finance, banking, law, or a related discipline, along with 2-4 years of previous experience in AML transaction monitoring or financial crime investigation. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience with transaction monitoring tools or AML software are highly desirable. Familiarity with international financial and regulatory standards, such as FATF guidelines, is a plus.
Moniepoint offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development, competitive compensation, and a range of employee benefits. Employees gain exposure to advanced fintech systems and practices in a rapidly growing sector, with opportunities for internal mobility and skill development.
The company values collaboration, a proactive attitude, and a strong sense of responsibility. Team members are encouraged to innovate and contribute to Moniepoint’s mission to enhance secure financial services access across Africa and other emerging markets.