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Edith Alonzo

Miami,FL

Summary

Results-oriented, certified Bilingual hands-on professional, offering solid history in Financial Services, AML, Compliance, Risk Management, Sanctions (OFAC), training, Software management,Vendor Management and Business Administration. Hands-on expert in Latin American and the Caribbean Markets. Excels in the development and implementation of compliance and OFAC programs.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Risk & Compliance Analyst

PriceSmart
11.2019 - 06.2023
  • Managed all regulatory mandates and compliance program guidelines.
  • Developed, managed and coordinated all regulatory compliance and risk management training initiatives across the organization.
  • Monitored new and existing third-party relationships/performance to ensure ongoing risk review activities are completed in a timely manner and according to the organization’s Third-Party Risk Management Policy.
  • Implement and manage company wide document management system to maintain compliance with records and document management laws.
  • Learning Management System Administrator.
  • Provided guidance and support to the business concerning global sanctions and anti-money laundering (AML) compliance.
  • Reviewed contracts and agreements to identify potential risks and ideal mitigation strategies.
  • Developed short-term goals and long-term strategic plans to improve risk control and mitigation.
  • Assisted investigation with investigations and risk identification.
  • Developed Educational Campaigns to enhance employees knowledge on compliance-related issues (OFAC, FCPA, Third Party Management,Document Retention).
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed and implemented corrective action plans for non-compliance issues.
  • Assisted with internal and external audits to confirm compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Reviewed, revised and updated compliance policies and procedures to confirm continual compliance with applicable laws.
  • Responded to employee inquiries regarding compliance regulations and procedures.
  • Planned and implemented staff development and in-service compliance training training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.

OFAC Specialist

Bac Florida Bank
03.2018 - 11.2019
  • Served as primary point person for enterprise-wide sanctions escalations.
  • Provided subject matter expertise and guidance regarding Sanctions and Global Trade regulations.
  • Investigated OFAC/Sanctions inquiries and potential hits to provide recommendations on actions.
  • Created and updated procedures, processes, and requirements documentation.
  • Designed and Implemented Compliance Training.
  • Conducted alert analysis for low, medium and high risk accounts.
  • Responded to all lawful requests for information regarding suspicious activity reports, subpoenas and 314a.
  • Completed FINCEN 314 biweekly reviews.

Support Director

Easpear
09.2017 - 07.2018
  • Provided AML and OFAC training to potential customers in Latin America.
  • Managed Company Policies and Procedures and process implementation.
  • Assisted various partners in Latin America develop of AML/Economic Sanctions Compliance program.
  • Contributed strong, data-backed feedback into product engineering, technical enablement, operational policies and workflows.
  • Led global support initiatives within teams to address areas such as product training, new process and tool training.
  • Owned, tracked and reported on key performance metrics.

OFAC SPECIALIST

Mercantil Commerce Bank
02.2014 - 09.2017
  • Screened Sanctions Alert.
  • Trained business personnel in OFAC laws and regulations .
  • Conducted and analyze FinCEN 314(a) search requests in accordance with regulatory expectations.
  • Assisted with BSA/AML audits and exams and the corrective action plans related to such.
  • Supported management to design and implement OFAC controls.
  • Help develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive Financial Crime prevention program, in compliance with the US OFAC Sanctions Program.


Executive Assistant

Marketwire
01.2012 - 11.2013


  • Supervised all aspects of general executive office coordination.
  • Provided human resources services.
  • Performed general Administrative duties: bookkeeping, copying, faxing, mailing and filing, ordering supplies.
  • Accounts payable and receivables.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.

Education

Associates of Arts - Translation and Interpretation

Miami dade College
12.2011

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

Florida International University
12.2007

Skills

  • Industry Knowledge:
  • Anti-Money laundering, Know your Customer (KYC), Bank Secrecy Act, FCPA, Enhanced Due diligence, Mortgages, Banking, SOX Controls, Audits and Sanctions (OFAC), process implementation, Policies and procedures development
  • Technical Skills:
  • Microsoft Office Products (Access, Excel, outlook, power Point, Word and Teams), AML, Compliance and Financial Software, Learning Management Systems

Certification

CAMS ( Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) AMLCA (Anti-Money Laundering Certified Associate

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sr. Risk & Compliance Analyst

PriceSmart
11.2019 - 06.2023

OFAC Specialist

Bac Florida Bank
03.2018 - 11.2019

Support Director

Easpear
09.2017 - 07.2018

OFAC SPECIALIST

Mercantil Commerce Bank
02.2014 - 09.2017

Executive Assistant

Marketwire
01.2012 - 11.2013

Associates of Arts - Translation and Interpretation

Miami dade College

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

Florida International University

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