CHIZOBA NWOKEABIA
Lawrenceville,Georgia
Summary
Accomplished AML Compliance Analyst with a proven track record at enhancing compliance through automation and risk assessments. Expert in AML regulations and analytical thinking, My skills in problem-solving and attention to detail have led to notable improvements in financial crime prevention. I am a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills possessing the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Successful in investigating large recordsets to make accurate evaluations of structures and practices.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
AML Compliance Analyst
South State Bank
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Enhanced AML compliance by taking part in thorough investigations and risk assessments on potential and existing clients.
- Enhanced overall efficiency of the compliance department by automating manual processes where possible, leading to increased accuracy and reduced turnaround times.
- Worked closely with legal counsel to address any concerns or enforcement actions related to AML regulations, minimizing potential penalties or reputational damage.
- Participated in industry conferences and networking events, staying up-to-date on emerging trends within the AML compliance field.
- Wrote reports with detailed results of investigations and recommendations to improve compliance and maintain solvency.
- Performed yearly reviews of bank policies and procedures to evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements and standards.
AML Compliance Analyst
Atlantic Union Bank (Remote)
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Enhanced communications with various business units to obtain necessary information for investigations, negative findings to lines of business and supplied guidance on course of action.
- Completed detailed analysis to detect patterns, trends, anomalies and schemes in transactions and relationships across multiple businesses and products.
- Achieved accurate transaction monitoring by diligently reviewing financial records for suspicious activities.
- Prepared detailed reports for senior management highlighting key findings from investigations and risk assessments, allowing informed decision-making regarding client relationships.
- Partnered with fraud manager to research and investigate cases.
- Identified threats, vulnerabilities and suspicious behavior patterns to recommend mitigation measures.
AML Compliance Analyst
RJ OBrien & Associates LLC
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Reviewing applications, documentation, and ownership of foreign and corporate entity accounts for completeness and adherence with RJO and AML requirements;
- researching and resolve questions and issues during the account onboarding process;
- providing AML guidance to the brokers and introducing broker network;
- performing AML-related reviews of ACHs, wires, and checks, where necessary;
- performing routine monitoring of account coding in the compliance systems,
- Worked closely with legal counsel to address any concerns or enforcement actions related to AML regulations, minimizing potential penalties or reputational damage for the company
AML Analyst
Platinium Bank
06.2010 - 12.2012
- Identified upcoming threats, vulnerabilities and suspicious behavior patterns and recommend mitigation measures to counter them.
- Strengthened AML compliance by conducting thorough risk assessments and monitoring transactions.
- Analyzed large datasets using various analytical techniques to identify patterns indicative of potential money laundering activities.
- Investigated fraud referrals and performed research to minimize risk and resolve inquiries.
Education
Master of Science - Public Health
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL11.2018
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Anambra, Nigeria06.1996
Skills
- Anti-Money Laundering
- Enhanced Due Diligence
- Analysis
- Financial Crime Prevention
- Mitigation
- Compliance
- Documentation
- Database
- MS Office
- Risk Management
Timeline
AML Compliance Analyst
South State Bank
10.2021 - 11.2023
AML Compliance Analyst
Atlantic Union Bank (Remote)
03.2019 - 06.2021
AML Compliance Analyst
RJ OBrien & Associates LLC
05.2017 - 01.2019
AML Analyst
Platinium Bank
06.2010 - 12.2012
Master of Science - Public Health
Benedictine University
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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