Hi, I’m
Angela Lawson
Virginia,VA
Summary
Qualified BSA/AML and Compliance Specialist with 14 years of experience. Expert in BSA/AML, Deposit and Loan compliance regulations with training in investigation and interview tactics. Skilled at litigation support and keeping detailed records. Fantastic critical thinker with great memory and efficiently organize vast amounts of data. Great at performing internal audits, conducting investigative reporting and transcribing information. Dedicated banking professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Work History
First Sentinel BankRichlands, VA
Assistant BSA/AML Compliance Officer
09.2008 - Current
Job overview
- Entered into record-keeping systems appropriate data needed to create new records or update existing ones.
- Completed field checks to verify licenses and permits for various business.
- Collected detailed notes on investigations and other communication to adhere to legal requirements and enhance recordkeeping.
- Took notes on field examinations and specific case details, updated databases and produced reports outlining results of investigations.
- Maintained composure in stressful situations, confrontations, interviews and records searches.
- Warned violators of infractions or penalties.
- Kept informed regarding pending industry changes, trends or best practices.
- Managed quality programs to reduce overdue compliance activities.
- Confirmed data and licensing information through investigations and notified violators of required changes to bring operations into compliance.
- Advised clients on compliance fraud and investigations, as well as potential remedies and required actions.
- Reviewed Deposit and Loan files to ensure compliance and updated investigation strategies to reflect current information.
- Performed scheduled and unannounced investigations of workplaces to check for compliance with regulations and bank policy/procedures.
- Filed Regulatory Reports in a timely manner
- Assisted with Federal and State Audits
- Completed Risk Assessments for BSA, OFAC and Compliance
Honaker ElementaryHonaker, VA
High School Office Assistant
11.2005 - 09.2008
Job overview
- Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using organizational and analytical skills.
- Handled client correspondence and tracked records to foster office efficiency.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using organizational and analytical skills.
- Supported staff on special assignments
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Honaker Elementary And Honaker High SchoolHonaker, VA
Substitute Teacher, K-12
08.2004 - 09.2008
Job overview
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Assigned, explained and graded homework.
- Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs and recordkeeping.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
Peoples BankHonaker, VA
Teller
03.1990 - 02.1992
Job overview
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges and interest rates.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
- Learned about customer's financial needs, established trust and optimized sales opportunities resulting in quality customer service.
- Answered telephone inquiries on checking and savings accounts, loans and lines of credit.
- Recognized needs and referred to appropriate representative or line of business for cross-sell or service opportunities.
- Stocked supplies for customers and personal teller station.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Counted, verified and handled bank deposits and armored car transactions.
- Handled various accounting transactions.
- Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers.
- Established rapport with new clients to increase satisfaction and loyalty.
- Received loan and utility payments, sending funds to correct destinations.
- Wrote and distributed customer correspondence.
Education
Honaker High SchoolHonaker, VA
High School Diploma
06.1988
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Customer Service
- Self-motivated professional
- Microsoft Office
- Decision Making
- Responsible
- MS Office
- Organization and Time Management
- Notary
- Anti Money Laundering (AML)
- Financial Documentation
- Federal Regulations
- System Monitoring
- Regulatory Standards
- Due Diligence
- Customer Risk
- Leading Audits
- Customer Satisfaction
- Searching Records
- Credit Reviews
- Corrective Action Plans
- Training Programs
- Staff Support
- Software Applications
- Customer Transactions
- Detection Models
- Compliance Training
- Internal Audit Procedures
- Customer Inquiries
- Data Integrity
- Investigation Due Diligence
- Financial Crimes Investigations
- Conducting Reviews
- Risk Management Framework
- Transaction Monitoring
- USA Patriot Act
- Assessing Compliance Risk
- Process Research
- Maintaining Compliance
- Remote Deposit Capture Software
- Fraud Patterns
- Regulatory Research
- Banking Laws
- Complex Transactions
Timeline
Assistant BSA/AML Compliance Officer
First Sentinel Bank
09.2008 - Current
High School Office Assistant
Honaker Elementary
11.2005 - 09.2008
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Honaker Elementary And Honaker High School
08.2004 - 09.2008
Teller
Peoples Bank
03.1990 - 02.1992
Honaker High School
High School Diploma
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