• Conduct quality assurance on KYC due diligence for new and existing customers globally and locally, focusing on sanctions, anti-money laundering (AML), prevention of facilitation of tax evasion, and reputational perspective.• Analyze transaction details of customers (both individuals and corporates) to identify instances of suspicious transactions. Promptly report any findings to the AML team and Line of Business Compliance for further investigation.• Investigate and analyze transactions or customer behaviors raising suspicions of money laundering or financial crimes. Prepare and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) with relevant regulatory authorities as necessary.• Provide guidance and assistance to team members on various aspects including screening, sanctions, AML-related matters, and handle escalations of KYC on high-risk customers.• Conduct training sessions for team members on newly introduced methodologies following revisions in standard operating procedures (SOP).• Collaborate with FCC & GCD heads and team members on various compliance projects and inquiries.

• Develop Risk and Control Matrix (RACM) and audit programs and develop the sampling Memo for review by the Manager. • Perform internal audit assignments for evaluation of adequacy and effectiveness of the system of internal control and quality of performance in accordance with applicable laws and international standards for the leading companies in GCC.• Coordinate and direct all the assigned audits and ensure that reports on such audits are made to the Manager.• Ensure that the audit engagement was completed as designed and the auditees’ concern were answered.• Participate in audit meetings to discuss audit findings and the associated recommendations with the clients’ management.• Prepare draft and final reports that communicate findings, analysis, recommendations and information concerning the activities audited.• Perform other special reviews (Such as review pertaining to Ad-Hoc, consultancy, compliance, etc.) as instructed by the Managers.• Part of SOX Audit teams for reviewing and inspecting several processes like ELC, FCR, INV, PTP, PPE, OTC, TRE, etc. across entities in US, Netherlands, Germany, France, United Kingdom. India, Italy etc.• Part of team for performing ODD, transaction monitoring and AML risk assessment for leading international banks in United Arab Emirates.

Risk Advisory:• Perform internal audit and procedures in accordance with applicable laws and international standards.• Evaluate and test processes and related controls.• Assign and review work of staff and assist in the preparation of final reports.• Plan engagements and develop timelines, risk assessments, and planning documents.• Demonstrate and apply a thorough understanding of complex business processes.Audit Assurance:• Perform external audit in acvordance with applicable laws and regulations.• Obtain an understanding of the entity and its environment, including the entity’s internal control and have knowledge of relevant accounting standards applicable to the entity.• Use relevant accounting standards applicable to the entity and perform risk assessment procedures to provide a basis for the identification and assessments of the risks of material misstatement• Development and management of a robust project plan which includes key activities, milestones, deadlines, and priorities for all engagement team members.• Formulate reasonable judgements and conclusion in order to deliver informative and timely outputs.• Compliance with auditing and accounting standards, relevant laws and regulations (including specific local laws and regulations), ethical standards, independence requirements and the RSM''s quality control procedures.Tax:• Proactively keeps abreast of legislative changes and ensures they are reflective in planning and client conversations• Prepares advice to clients on filing requirements and documentation, as well as the effects of tax advice for tax provisions• Participates in discussions with client regarding crucial issues and the appropriate approach/strategy involved in the tax authority audit/administrative appeal• Identifies and bridges gaps between the information provided by the client and information required by the tax authorities.

As a tax analyst, I worked in EY Saudi Arabia office (AL Khobar) for a tax period where l had the following roles:• Assist corporate clients with local State tax return preparation;• Prepare certifications that was required by the Tax Legislation of SA;• Prepare online registration and online tax return filing:• Prepare complete tax file for the clients for submitting it to Saudi Arabian tax authorities.

• Finalisation of Accounts.• Preparation of Project Reports.• Income tax and service tax computation.• Preparation of Financial Reports• Perform Statutory, Concurrent, Internal and Bank Auditing etc.,

The Kerela MInerals And Metals Ltd (ISO 9001:2008 & ISO 14001:2004) is a Public Ltd Co fully owned by the Govt. of Kerala..KMML touches us in numerous ways. Be it the dress you wear, the cosmetics you use, the medicines you take, the paints you decorate your home with or the utility plastic products, KMML products are there. Eco-friendly & socially committed, it is the only integrated Titanium Dioxide facility having mining, mineral separation, synthetic rutile and pigment-production plants. Apart from producing rutile grade Titanium Dioxide pigment for various types of industries, it also produces other products like Illmenite, Rutile, Zircon, Sillimenite, Synthetic rutile etc. Manufacturing Titanium Dioxide through the chloride route, KMML produces very pure rutile grade Titanium dioxide pigment. With continued growth and demand in the economy and industry, the products of KMML are being lapped up by the eager market. This has in turn set the wheels turning for KMML’s expansion KMML is now in the aerospace industry & Defence applications with the commissioning of the Titanium Sponge Plant.With the inauguration of TSP, India becomes the 7th country in the world having the technology for producing titanium sponge, which is the raw material for titanium metal. Titanium sponge is known for its high strength but low weight, making it an ideal material for aircraft manufacture, including fighter aircraft. The material is also used in nuclear plants, Engine parts, Ocean platforms, Reactors, Heat Exchangers and to make dental implants and artificial bones.From such a big company I can earn valuable experience in the areas of• Preparation of Reconciliation Statements (Bank,Service Tax / K VAT).• Monitoring and Maintaining Accounts Receivablesand Payables.• Preparation of Budgeting and Costing.• Preparing and processing company’s monthly payroll.• Preparation of Monthly and Annual Accounts.• Import and Exports etc.,