Headline

ICA Certified - Detail-oriented AML specialist with expertise in transaction monitoring. Proven success in filing SAR and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.

About

I am a finance graduate from GEMS B School, Bangalore, I am pursuing my MBA in International Finance and with a keen interest in anti-money laundering (AML) and compliance. I have been working as an Senior Analyst at IBM Pvt Ltd, where I apply my analytical skills and knowledge of AML tools and regulations to conduct in-depth investigations and reviews of suspicious transactions and customers. In my current role, I collaborate with various internal stakeholders, such as Compliance, Legal, and Risk Management teams, to ensure timely reporting and mitigation of AML risks. I also participate in regulatory audits and examinations, providing necessary documentation and supporting evidence for compliance reviews. I have improved the efficiency and accuracy of the AML processes by utilizing ratio analysis and other techniques to analyze financial data and detect anomalies. I am motivated by the opportunity to contribute to the prevention of money laundering and terrorist financing activities, and to bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the team.

Location

Bengaluru

Work experience

Senior Analyst - Transaction Monitoring at IBM, Oct 2023 - Nov 2024 · 1 yr 2 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, LEVEL 2 1. Analyze 3-month prior transactions for US bank, with notes, risk events, alerts and recommendations pertaining from Alerts Team and make necessary decision for recommending SAR filing, raising RFI and Closures. 2. Identify red flags through holistic reviews pertaining to each customer and their counter parts and take necessary decision. 3. Run negative/adverse news search through string search and clear search. 4. Adequately documenting analysis of case. 5. Meeting 30 days review TAT for all escalated cases. 6. Timely reviewing RFI received and take necessary information with 24 hours TAT.

Associate at Tata Consultancy Services, Feb 2021 - Sep 2023 · 2 yrs 8 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, 1. Conducted in-depth AML investigations and reviewed suspicious transactions to identify potential money laundering or terrorist financing activities. 2. Utilized various AML tools, software, and databases to conduct research and stay updated on regulatory changes and industry best practices. 3. Participated in regulatory audits and examinations, providing necessary documentation and supporting evidence for compliance reviews. 4. Analyzed customer profiles, transaction patterns, and financial data todetect anomalies and assess the risk level of customers and entities. 5. Collaborated with internal stakeholders, including Compliance, Legal, and Risk Management teams, to ensure timely reporting and mitigation of AML risks. 6. Conducted periodic AML training for employees to raise awareness and promote a culture of compliance within the organization. 7. Developed and implemented AML policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 8. Collaborated with global AML teams to share knowledge, exchange best practices, and ensure consistent AML practices across the organization. 9. Assisted in the implementation and improvement of transaction monitoring systems to detect and prevent potential money laundering activities.

Education

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Perusing MBA - International Finance (Accredited with ACCA), Jain (Deemed-to-be University)

Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, GEMS B SCHOOL