CASSANDRA BARNES-DE LEON
Brooklyn,USA
Summary
Compliance professional with experience in AML investigations, KYC onboarding, CDD/EDD reviews, sanctions screening (OFAC/PEP), and risk identification across large financial institutions. Proven ability to detect red flags, analyze customer profiles, ensure regulatory adherence, and strengthen internal controls.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Compliance Officer | AML & KYC Analyst
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Brooklyn, NY
11.2015 - 05.2025
- Completed KYC onboarding, CDD, and EDD reviews for domestic and international customers, ensuring adherence to BSA/AML and CIP requirements.
- Investigated high-volume AML alerts, identifying red flags tied to potential fraud, sanctions exposure, and unusual transaction patterns.
- Monitored 150 to over 300 daily alerts, conducting investigations to identify financial crimes and irregularities, enhancing overall compliance effectiveness.
- Conducted OFAC, PEP, and Negative News screenings, escalating potential true matches with evidence-based narratives to support compliance decisions.
- Improved alert quality by contributing to UAT testing, reducing false positives and enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Partnered with compliance leadership to evaluate high-risk customer behavior, leading to account restrictions and preventive action when warranted.
- Trained new analysts on investigative methodologies and documentation standards, ensuring adherence to onboarding requirements and fostering team competency.
AML Compliance Analyst (Consultant)
K2 Intelligence
New York, NY
02.2015 - 03.2015
- Reviewed alerts triggered by OFAC hits, ensuring timely and accurate resolution to mitigate potential compliance violations.
- Utilized internal tools to analyze fraud alerts and disposition cases, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and enhancing compliance measures.
- Conducted investigations into suspicious activity reports on credit card transactions and financial anomalies, identifying key risks for compliance.
Compliance Analyst (Consultant)
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Brooklyn, NY
04.2014 - 02.2015
- Monitored compliance with SEC, OFAC, OCC, and other regulatory bodies to mitigate risks.
- Investigated over 200 alerts daily related to suspicious customer activity across financial platforms.
- Collaborated with internal teams to triage high-risk activity and streamline alert handling processes.
Account Representative
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
New York, NY
05.2008 - 12.2013
- Managed client accounts and processed financial transactions, ensuring accuracy in financial documentation to uphold client trust.
- Collaborated with internal and external partners to resolve client issues, enhancing overall client satisfaction and supporting financial operations.
- Maintained accurate and updated customer records, ensuring compliance with company standards and regulations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
DeVry University
New York, NY04-2026
Skills
- KYC compliance
- CDD and EDD reviews
- KYC assessments
- AML Investigations
- SAR Red Flags
- Negative news and PEP screening
- OFAC Screening
- OFAC Sanctions Lists
- Risk Rating Models
- Data Analysis
- Investigative Skills
- Compliance Systems
Timeline
Compliance Officer | AML & KYC Analyst
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
11.2015 - 05.2025
AML Compliance Analyst (Consultant)
K2 Intelligence
02.2015 - 03.2015
Compliance Analyst (Consultant)
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
04.2014 - 02.2015
Account Representative
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
05.2008 - 12.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
DeVry University