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KAYODE OLU AKINDELE

Crowley,TX

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

BSA Analyst IIFraud Investigator- KYC/BSA/AMLCompliance OfficerCompliance OfficerIT Support Specialist

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig Work

Location Preference

RemoteHybrid
Location: Crowley, TX, USCrowley, TX
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$0/hr - $1000/hr

Important To Me

Company CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company Retreats401k matchWork-life balanceCareer advancement

Summary

CAMS-certified compliance and risk professional with over nine years of expertise in BSA/AML investigations, credit risk assessment, and data-driven regulatory reporting. Possesses a robust analytical foundation complemented by hands-on experience utilizing SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI, and advanced AML monitoring systems to evaluate risk, identify emerging trends, and enhance organizational controls. Demonstrates a commitment to accuracy and regulatory integrity, with a proven ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights. Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams drives enhancements in risk frameworks, improves data quality, and streamlines reporting processes to support smarter, more proactive decision-making across the organization.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

BSA Analyst II

Veritex Bank
Dallas, TX
02.2022 - Current
  • Monitor and examine high-risk customer accounts for suspicious activity, performing comprehensive risk-based analysis to maintain bank regulatory integrity.
  • Compose and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) to FinCEN, ensuring 100% adherence to strict regulatory timelines and documentation requirements.
  • Evaluate CTR processes and manage alert workflows, utilizing Excel to track trends and ensure accurate reporting of large currency transactions.
  • Validate AML Monitoring Software alerts (Verafin/Actimize), investigating potential financial crimes and identifying linked accounts for further review.
  • Facilitate the high-risk monitoring process in collaboration with the BSA Officer, ensuring KYC profiles are complete and accurate to prevent BSA policy violations.
  • Leverage strong analytical skills and hands-on experience with SQL, Python, Tableau, and Power BI to evaluate risk patterns, identify emerging trends, and enhance the accuracy of regulatory reporting.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen risk frameworks, improve data quality, and streamline reporting processes for greater operational efficiency.

Fraud Investigator- KYC/BSA/AML

WELLS FARGO
PLANO, TEXAS
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Conduct holistic due diligence reviews to support Corporate KYC and BSA/AML policies, ensuring accurate customer identification and risk classification.
  • Investigate complex fraud allegations using World-Check, adverse media research, and internal systems to uncover potential criminal activity.
  • Analyze financial records and victim statements to determine fraud occurrences, using Excel-based trend analysis to reduce institutional exposure.
  • Partner with internal teams to escalate high-risk findings and contribute to stronger fraud-mitigation strategies.

Compliance Officer

KGS TECHNOLOGY GROUP
GEORGIA
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Evaluate and update AML/CTF policies to incorporate USA Patriot Act requirements and the latest federal banking laws.
  • Validate identification screening for new clients, ensuring complete KYC profiles to prevent BSA policy violations and facilitate accurate reporting.

Compliance Officer

CAPITAL ONE
CALIFORNIA
05.2018 - 12.2020
  • Examine system-generated fraud alerts using LexisNexis and Actimize to assess impact on AML processes and regulatory compliance.
  • Compose detailed suspicious activity reports and make data-driven account closing recommendations to senior management and FinCEN.

IT Support Specialist

LIFEPACK NIGERIA LTD
LAGOS, NIGERIA
12.2013 - 02.2018
  • Monitor and configure computer systems and networks to ensure the integrity of financial data management platforms and secure information flows.
  • Validate software and hardware installations to maintain 99.9% system uptime for critical transaction processing and reporting workflows.

Internal Control Officer

UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA, UBA
LAGOS, NIGERIA
06.2006 - 12.2013
  • Examine suspected fraud exposure through forensic investigation techniques and intensive research into complex financial transactions.
  • Evaluate internal control systems to detect and eliminate fraud while ensuring compliance with global Banking Laws and local regulations.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

UNIVERSITY OF CALABAR

HND - Computer Sci

FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC

Skills

  • Regulatory Compliance: BSA, KYC, SAR, FinCEN, Patriot Act, Banking Laws, Regulatory Compliance, AML/KYC Policies, Internal Control, Audit and Investigation
  • AML Software & Technology: AML Monitoring Software, Verafin, Actimize, World-Check, LexisNexis, Excel, Q2, RDC, Vantage, ORBIS, Profiler
  • Investigative Analysis: Adverse Media Research, Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), Transaction Monitoring, Fraud Detection, Forensic Investigation, Criminal Justice, Statistical Analysis
  • Operations & Reporting: Report Writing, Financial and Credit Analysis, Data Management, Financial Statements Expertise, MS Office Suite
  • Transaction Monitoring & Fraud Detection
  • AML/KYC Compliance & Expertise
  • Financial Analysis & Credit Risk Assessment
  • Data Management & Reporting
  • Customer Due Diligence (CDD) & Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD)
  • MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
  • Specialized Tools: LexisNexis, Verafin, Q2, Actimize, etc
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
  • Compliance, Audit, & Investigation
  • Report Writing & Communication
  • Attention to detail & Organizational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure & meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
  • Expertise in AML/KYC regulations & financial analysis

Certification

  • CAMS - Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist - ACAMS (October 2022)
  • Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Training Certification - Bankers Academy (January 2022)
  • Advanced Analytics Tools to Address Operational Challenges for Financial Crime - Bankers Academy January 2025

Section name

HTTPS://WWW.LINKEDIN.COM/IN/KAYODE-AKINDELE-MBA-CAMS999941215/

Timeline

BSA Analyst II

Veritex Bank
02.2022 - Current

Fraud Investigator- KYC/BSA/AML

WELLS FARGO
08.2021 - 01.2022

Compliance Officer

KGS TECHNOLOGY GROUP
01.2021 - 07.2021

Compliance Officer

CAPITAL ONE
05.2018 - 12.2020

IT Support Specialist

LIFEPACK NIGERIA LTD
12.2013 - 02.2018

Internal Control Officer

UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA, UBA
06.2006 - 12.2013

HND - Computer Sci

FEDERAL POLYTECHNIC

MBA - Business Administration

UNIVERSITY OF CALABAR
KAYODE OLU AKINDELE