Jessica N. Johnson
Katy,TX
Summary
A results-driven professional with over five years of robust experience in project management and compliance, specifically in KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) practices. My expertise in due diligence, transaction monitoring, and regulatory compliance positions me as a key asset in any organization. I possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills, a meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Combined with my outstanding verbal and written communication skills, I am committed to effectively managing risk and ensuring rigorous compliance with legal frameworks.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
AML Compliance Analyst
Fidelity Bank Ghana
12.2022 - 10.2023
- I utilized statistical analysis to uncover suspicious patterns in transaction data, identifying potential money laundering or terrorist financing, and reported SARs as needed.
- Monitored transactions across accounts to identify patterns indicating money laundering, terrorist financing, or other illicit activities.
- Stayed informed with the latest regulatory changes, international standards (such as FATF), and emerging trends in financial crime.
- Investigated flagged transactions by reviewing customer activity and transaction patterns and conducted further research to assess whether the activity was suspicious or potentially criminal.
- Proactively analyzed OFAC alerts to identify potential sanctions risks, prevented business relationships with sanctioned individuals, and filed SARs as required.
- Performed regular reviews of customer accounts for any unusual or suspicious activity.
- Reviewed compliance publications and websites and participated in conferences and other training events to stay apprised of regulatory matters and developments.
KYC Analyst
Fidelity Bank Ghana
07.2020 - 11.2022
- Collected and verified identification information of clients, whether individuals or businesses, to ensure their identities were accurate and trustworthy.
- Evaluated the risk level of customers based on their profiles, including sources of funds, transaction histories, business nature, and geographic locations.
- Meticulously maintained accurate records of customer data and ensured all documentation was consistently up-to-date to meet regulatory standards.
- Performed background checks and screenings against global sanctions lists, politically exposed persons (PEPs), and other regulatory lists to verify that customers are not associated with illicit activities.
- Assisted in the investigation of fraudulent transactions and related activities.
Project Manager
Citizens’ Movement Against Corruption
Accra, Ghana
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Led the Public Sector Watch Initiative (PSWI), successfully driving collaboration among government agencies and uniting key stakeholders to deliver transformative services, positively impacting thousands of Ghanaians
- Facilitated two impactful capacity-building and public sensitization workshops for stakeholders from key government agencies, significantly enhancing their skills, improving public engagement, and fostering sustainable partnerships
- Secured funding for the ‘Citizens App’, a platform for citizens to evaluate public sector services, promoting transparency and accountability
- Directed a ten-member research team to evaluate the quality of services provided by Customs Services at Tema Harbor
- Produced comprehensive reports that identified key inefficiencies and proposed strategies for improvement
- Led cross-departmental teams to guarantee the timely completion of project deliverables, actively driving collaboration, fostering innovation, and enhancing efficiency
- Achieved 98% of projects ahead of schedule, improving project execution metrics and stakeholder satisfaction
Education
BA - Psychology and Information Studies
University Of Ghana
Accra, Ghana05.2016
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Screening tools
- Databases
- Sanctions lists
- AML laws and regulations BSA, USA PATRIOT ACT
- Transaction monitoring software
- Investigation tools
- Risk identification
- Risk mitigation
- Analytical skills
- Investigative skills
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal abilities
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Project management methodologies
Timeline
AML Compliance Analyst
Fidelity Bank Ghana
12.2022 - 10.2023
KYC Analyst
Fidelity Bank Ghana
07.2020 - 11.2022
Project Manager
Citizens’ Movement Against Corruption
05.2017 - 05.2019
BA - Psychology and Information Studies
University Of Ghana
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