Experienced BSA Analyst dedicated to combatting financial crime. Proficient in Bank Secrecy Act, USA Patriot Act, CIP, and OFAC rules and regulations. Effective in managing BSA Programs. Passionate about utilizing expertise to ensure compliance and safeguard financial institutions against illicit activities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
BSA Analyst III
Banesco USA
11.2022 - Current
Responsible for reviewing account alerts and exceptions for high, moderate & low risk accounts through the Bank’s AML Monitoring System.
Responsible for reviewing and analyzing transaction data in the In-House systems, Lexis Nexis and Google searches and document findings and/or request further information from the account officers and verifying provided information.
Discussing any incongruence in the account activity with the Manager and, when needed, preparing the referral for the bank’s investigation unit.
Monitors daily reports for cash activity and serve as back-up for the daily JH/ECS Reconciliation.
Assist management in other duties and projects as assigned.
Responsible for completing annual training program assigned.
Using the AI in the ECS platform to monitor.
Facilitated communication between departments for efficient information sharing related to BSA/AML matters.
Assisted in audits and examinations, demonstrating strong adherence to BSA/AML requirements.
BSA FCB Analyst
Banesco USA
04.2022 - 11.2022
Monitoring the 20 Foreign Correspondent Banks.
Using ECS platform to review flags and exceptions for each Correspondent Bank.
Working with the InHouse System for Checks Deposited.
Escalate accounts for further evaluation when deemed necessary.
Review and research documents to analyze if supporting documentations are sufficient to clear the flags or exception.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
Improved internal knowledge sharing by developing comprehensive documentation outlining standard operating procedures for various tasks.
BSA Analyst
International Finance Bank
07.2020 - 03.2022
Monitoring all type of customer and account alerts.
Escalate accounts for further evaluation when deemed necessary.
Review and research documents to analyze if supporting documentations are sufficient to clear the flags or exception.
Using ECS platform to monitor, also balancing reconciliation.
This position also includes completing quarterly logs for cashier’s check, non- customer, and safe deposit logs.
Worked to make the quality control procedures more streamlined and accurate.
Streamlined transaction monitoring processes for improved efficiency and reduced false positives.
Performed ongoing customer risk rating reviews, adjusting risk profiles based on new or updated information.
BSA Document Specialist
International Finance Bank
11.2018 - 08.2020
Reviewing new account packages, reviewing all loan and new account pre-approvals
Screening OFAC
Completing quarterly logs and completing account profile risk
Worked closely with staff to investigate transactions that were suspicious in nature
Provided administrative support to the VP and Compliance office.
Managed high volumes of documents efficiently, prioritizing tasks according to deadlines and project requirements.
Deposit Operations Clerk
International Finance Bank
02.2016 - 11.2018
Opening new accounts and providing maintenance in accounts and customer’s profile
Balancing withholding reconciliation
Accurately processed customer transactions
Created schedules and managed staff
Monitored daily transaction reports
Perform monthly enhanced due diligence of BSA High Risk customers.
Developed strong working relationships with branch staff, collaborating on cross-functional projects as needed.
Increased productivity within the team by sharing best practices and assisting colleagues when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami Senior High School
Miami, FL
2010
Skills
Bilingual Fluent in English & Spanish
Analytical Decision Making
Anti-Money Laundering Specialist Certificate
Strong interpersonal skills & dependable
Excellent ECS and AI (artificial intelligence) skills
Effective Time Management
High Quality Customer Service
Implementation of Policy and Procedures
Multi-task & Quality Commitment
Team Player
Microsoft Excel and Word- Outlook
Use Case Development
Functional specifications
Attention to Detail
Certification
AMLCA Anti Money Laundering Certificate (FIBA Certification 2020)
Timeline
BSA Analyst III
Banesco USA
11.2022 - Current
BSA FCB Analyst
Banesco USA
04.2022 - 11.2022
BSA Analyst
International Finance Bank
07.2020 - 03.2022
BSA Document Specialist
International Finance Bank
11.2018 - 08.2020
Deposit Operations Clerk
International Finance Bank
02.2016 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Miami Senior High School
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