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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

• Specialized in case investigations involving authorized MSB (Money Service Business) of which the financial institution managed and maintained accounts with • Identified and escalated unusual and/or suspicious transaction activity of potential violation of BSA (Bank Secrecy Act), USAPA (USA Patriot Act), AML (Anti-Money Laundering) and or other regulatory concerns. • Completed and exceeded required daily/weekly case studies • Required minimal guidance / training in identifying rule structure of which cases were generated via FIS AML Enterprise systems algorithms. • Met weekly with management to discuss procedures to optimize time sensitive deadlines.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

I have more than 8 years of knowledge in OFAC/Sanctions adjudications, investigations and enhanced due diligence directly related to list screening, transaction monitoring, client onboarding and Line of Business (LOB) escalations. My experiences include wire investigations, 314a requests, Transportation Finance escalations, PEP and Adverse Media screening along with domestic and international IAT investigations. Based on my work history I am extremely knowledgeable of AML/BSA, OFAC laws and regulations. In my 8 years of service with BMO Harris I have adhered to the daily, weekly and monthly reporting deadlines while monitoring multiple live queues some of which required a 30 minute completion timeline from start to finish. I have developed strong organizational, communication and problem-solving skills both verbally and written which also contributed to working extremely well among others within my team and achieving positive results as an individual. As an AML Investigator I was responsible for analyzing information across multiple Lines of Business (LOB) and Bank Legal entities to mitigate and manage risk exposure pertaining to OFAC/Sanction concern. Additionally I executed investigations according to established policies, procedures and processes to identify customers which were in violation or pose a risk for money laundering, drug trafficking, terrorist financing and human trafficking. In my primary role as AML Investigator it was imperative to maintain necessary OFAC/Sanction related logs to insure precise accurate data and supporting documentation for tracking and reporting purposes to OFAC, FinCEN and Department of Treasury for cases involving blocked or rejected transactions in violation of all OFAC/Sanction concerns.

Saint Charles, Illinois

Cross trained in multiple roles to support teller line operations, Assistant manager and Personal Bankers. Assisted on teller line handling client transactions, daily drawer and branch balancing, audits and provided support for the staff that daily procedures were followed.Strengthened client relationships and helped grow referrals goals by identifying client needs through excellent customer service.

Saint Charles, Illinois

Identified and escalated unusual and/or suspicious financial transactions directly violating BSA (Bank Secrecy Act), USAPA (USA Patriot Act), AML (Anti-Money Laundering and other global regulations protecting against terrorist activity.Monthly research preformed on alerting accounts regarding financial activity that is outside and flagged to be inconsistent based on customer type and/or business nature.Met weekly and bi-weekly with management to discuss process improvements and new workflow procedures to optimize time sensitive deadlines.Proactively participated in taking on new assignments to ensure sensitive deadlines were met and to assisted in resolving workflow overflow when alert volumes spiked.

Saint Charles, Illinois

Assisted customers with account opening and using strong customer service skills was able to uncover the need for additional products and services to be provided.Recognized and referred clients when cross-selling opportunities were present. Set daily and weekly sales goals with coaching manager to aid the banking center in reaching monthly/quarterly sales goals.Provided support across banking lines with sales associates and teller staff when client demand was present.

Elgin, Illinois

Managed teller staff of 10-12 full and part time employees on daily operations to ensure compliance requirements were met and transactions processed accurately and efficiently in accordance with established policies and procedures along with federal regulations.Interviewed, hired, coached and trained staff in maintaining highest level of operational accuracy and customer service. Developed a referral and appreciation award program to motive and maintain a competitive work environment which encouraged staff to excel and to grow through personally goals obtained.Professional Development Classes through JP Morgan Chase were:Customer Service ExcellenceDiversityPrinciples of LeadershipAchieving Extraordinary Customer ServiceFrom Managed Teller to Teller Manager

Elgin, Illinois

General Studies

Graduate, General Studies