Data Scientist and Model Developer, Vice President (Contract)

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Job Overview

The Cash & Trade Proc Assoc Analyst 2 is an entry level role responsible for reviewing and researching funds transfers that contain potential matches to government sanctions or internal watch lists. This includes determining if there is a true match, performing and documenting research, reporting, and escalating to compliance units when appropriate. In addition, the analyst will perform similar functions on additional products such as CitiDirect, CSAW, and CitiFT.

Responsibilities:

Review and action payment transactions held for sanction related matches

Investigate and obtain additional information to make a sound decision

Engage and escalate to various compliance and AML teams when appropriate

Prepare and compile reports

Identify repetitive false hits

Identify opportunities for process improvement and follow through on implementation

Understand payment processing and formats

Crosstrain for various internal roles within the department, and provide back-up coverage for those roles as needed

Assist as required for control, risk, daily activities, and transaction services projects

Perform all required tasks within established procedures and controls to minimize losses

Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

College degree or equivalent experience

Analytical and deductive reasoning skills

Banking and payment knowledge including Swift, FED, Chips is preferred

Understanding of regulatory practices in AML, OFAC and sanctions is preferred

Ability to work in high-volume, high pressure processing environment

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Strong verbal and written communication

Related experience in funds transfer and/or sanction screening

Strong computer skills including Word and Excel

Must be able to work occasional weekends

Education:

Education Level: Associates Degree or equivalent experience

Primary Location: NAM-USA-Buffalo

Job Category: Transaction Processing

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job - Monday - Friday 9:00am- 5:30 pm

The prospective candidate would be expected to be onsite/in the office for training Monday through Friday throughout the training period, and may be eligible for the current hybrid schedule after several months of training. This hybrid schedule allows for certain days each week to be remote/work from home as long as certain productivity thresholds are maintained.

Employee Status: Regular

Travel: No

Grade/Level: B10

Relocation: No

Office Location / Address: 540 CrossPoint Parkway, Getzville, NY 14068.

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Operations - Transaction Services

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Job Family:

Cash Management

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Time Type:

Full time

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Primary Location:

Getzville New York United States

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Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:

$55,341.00 - $68,270.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date:

Jul 13, 2026

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