Elissa Bitar

• Conducted comprehensive research and analysis to document findings, facilitating risk-based decision-making processes and resolution of transactions.
• Analyzed the outcomes of intricate investigations, distilling insights into concise written conclusions for effective communication with stakeholders.
• Utilized sophisticated screening tools and databases such as Fircosoft, World Check, and LexisNexis to identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and patterns of suspicious behavior.
• Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to enhance compliance measures and mitigate risks associated with global sanctions.
• Stayed updated on evolving regulatory requirements and industry trends to ensure adherence to compliance standards and best practices.
• Played a key role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of sanctions compliance processes through continuous improvement initiatives and technology integration.

• Guided new hires through orientation and on-boarding and explained documentation requirements to facilitate HR process.
• Conducted employment verification and background investigation.
• Processed rehires, transfers, terminations, garnishments and withholdings.
• Helped employees register for benefits programs using online portals.
• Facilitated balancing of payroll through pivot table development and processing.
• Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using Excel and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.

• Partnered with loan and mortgage officers and financial advisors to provide clients with optimal financial solutions.
• Responded to numerous basic inquires per day regarding procedures, policies, check verification, deposits, stop payments, balances and lost and stolen credit cards.
• Demonstrated expertise in identifying and mitigating potential fraud and transaction risks.
• Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
• Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.