• Investigated in suspicious activities, including all forms of funds transfers through opened/closed source database• Successfully identified suspicious entities and drafted Unusual Transaction Reports (80+ entities been identified so far)• Compiled information and documents from variety of sources and business units, and provided adequate documentation of the work performed for each task• Trained and supervised 4 employees on STR watchlist preparation• Participated in… Show more • Investigated in suspicious activities, including all forms of funds transfers through opened/closed source database• Successfully identified suspicious entities and drafted Unusual Transaction Reports (80+ entities been identified so far)• Compiled information and documents from variety of sources and business units, and provided adequate documentation of the work performed for each task• Trained and supervised 4 employees on STR watchlist preparation• Participated in automation of STR watchlist preparation projects Show less

• Contributed in streamlining daily watchlists for 2 systems based on the inputs from respective list custodians, maintain documentation on approvals as well verification• Ensured changes are clearly communicated to business units and other teams in a timely manner• Identified individuals/companies that are related to adverse news (sanctions, terrorism or PEP) to supplement watchlist data feeds through Daily Media Screening• Automated and enhanced working processes by using… Show more • Contributed in streamlining daily watchlists for 2 systems based on the inputs from respective list custodians, maintain documentation on approvals as well verification• Ensured changes are clearly communicated to business units and other teams in a timely manner• Identified individuals/companies that are related to adverse news (sanctions, terrorism or PEP) to supplement watchlist data feeds through Daily Media Screening• Automated and enhanced working processes by using self-taught VBA knowledge• Maintained knowledgebase and provide advice to AML Policy, CDD, and Business Compliance teams with respect to existing configuration of watchlists and preparation of new lists to meet various screening objectives• Consolidated and analyzed data submitted by various business units on ad-hoc projects (e.g. 1K Note withdrawal, Senior Management Reports) before providing MAS/Senior Management with concise information in usable form. Show less

• Successfully identified and removed 200+ duplicates from watchlist after scrutinized each entities’ records• Contributed ideas to reduce false hits through various normalization rules within the AML/KYC policies and procedures• Performed investigative role to assess the name screening hits using available bank systems and commercial databases• Assisted in preparation of briefing CDD procedures to front office in accordance to bank’s policies & standards

• Managed and reviewed full spectrum of accounting functions, ensured accuracy and completeness from various inputs, and resolved accounting discrepancies and irregularities within the 3-person finance team• Liaised with clients on payment matters, recorded & projected cash flows (daily transaction up to $2M) of the company• Submitted neat and errorless progress claim reports to government authorities on a monthly basis• Forecasted potential gain or losses using qualitative analyses… Show more • Managed and reviewed full spectrum of accounting functions, ensured accuracy and completeness from various inputs, and resolved accounting discrepancies and irregularities within the 3-person finance team• Liaised with clients on payment matters, recorded & projected cash flows (daily transaction up to $2M) of the company• Submitted neat and errorless progress claim reports to government authorities on a monthly basis• Forecasted potential gain or losses using qualitative analyses with a high degree of accuracy, allowing the company to set an optimal tender price for government projects• Liaised with auditors, government authorities, IRAS and met all statutory requirements and deadlines• Trained and supervised 1 employee on general accounting duties• Checked timesheet for more than 400 staff and have been able to meet tight monthly payroll processing deadline consistently for the past 5 years Show less