- Job Type: Full-Time
- Function: Accounting/Finance
- Industry: Fintech
- Post Date: 02/23/2026
- Website: klarna.com
- Company Address: Sveavägen 46 , Stockholm, SE, 113 43
About Klarna
We make shopping smoooth. Our aim is to become the world’s favorite way to shop and bring flexible healthy financial services to consumers.Job Description
What you will do
In this position, you will lead and support end-to-end AML and financial crime investigations, assessing customer behavior, transactional activity, and supporting documentation to identify and mitigate risk across Klarna’s products. You will apply expert judgement to complex, high-risk cases, determining when escalation, enhanced due diligence, or regulatory reporting is required. Working closely with internal stakeholders and outsourced partners, you will help maintain strong investigative controls, support transaction monitoring quality, and ensure Klarna’s financial crime framework scales responsibly. You will also contribute to knowledge sharing, system improvements, and emerging risk analysis as Klarna continues to grow across global markets.
Who you are
• 5+ years of experience in AML or financial crime investigations within fintech, banking, payments, or a similarly regulated environment
• Strong hands-on experience conducting end-to-end transaction monitoring, event-driven investigations, and complex case escalations
• Proven ability to assess suspicious activity and draft clear, well-supported Suspicious Activity Reports in line with regulatory expectations
• Solid understanding of AML and financial crime regulations applicable to the US and/or EU, including sanctions and PEP frameworks
• Ability to apply sound judgement, critical thinking, and investigative rigor when working independently on high-risk cases
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to document and explain investigative decisions clearly
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced environment with evolving financial crime risks and operational priorities
Awesome to have
• CAMS, ICA, or equivalent AML certification
• Experience supporting or overseeing outsourced investigation or transaction monitoring teams
• Exposure to AML or financial crime risks within crypto, investments, or emerging financial products
• Familiarity with German AML regulations and professional proficiency in German
• Experience supporting system testing, tuning, or optimization of transaction monitoring or screening tools
$120,450 USD - $151,093 USD
Please include a CV in English
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Klarna is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our global customer base and to fostering a culture where everyone belongs. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities. We consider qualified applicants with criminal history for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact talent.acquisition@klarna.com.
In accordance with applicable law, the salary range for this role is provided in the job posting. The salary offered will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education. The salary range posted in the job advertisement refers to the base pay. Base pay is part of a total compensation package, which may also include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health and wellness, and benefits such as life insurance, medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents.