LaNeicha Trent
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Highly accomplished AML Manager with a decade-long track record of spearheading effective AML governance, mitigating financial crime risks, and driving corporate AML initiatives. Proficient in suspicious activity reporting (SAR), compliance program leadership, quality control, sanctions and OFAC screening, and customer/enhanced due diligence (CDD/EDD). Extensive expertise in applying Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), USA Patriot Act, and KYC regulations across diverse banking and financial operations, including Payments & Merchant Services, Securities, Cryptocurrency, Fintech, Complex Fraud, and Traditional Banking. Exceptional leadership in managing financial crimes teams, projects, and initiatives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Manager
Guidehouse
Atlanta, GA
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Led a team specializing in complex cases, including crypto funds and multi-hop transactions
- Enhanced SAR processes, ensuring timely and accurate filings to FinCEN
- Mentored analysts in preparing escalated alerts
- Established a performance management system for 20 new hires, providing ongoing coaching and feedback
- Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for staff, contractors, and client new hires.
Senior AML Analyst
KPMG Global Services
Atlanta, GA
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Conducted due diligence and enhanced due diligence on high-risk customers and entities
- Investigated suspicious activities, gathered and analyzed information, and documented findings
- Monitored transactions using automated systems, analyzing patterns and conducting investigations of potential suspicious activity.
AML Compliance Investigator
Consolidated Analytics
Atlanta, GA
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Conducted audits to ensure compliance with AML regulations and laws
- Prepared and filed SARs in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and laws.
Senior AML Analyst
SunTrust Now Truist
Duluth, GA
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Conducted transaction monitoring and alert review
- Conducted AML investigations and analysis to detect suspicious activities and transactions
- Investigated and resolved AML-related issues and escalated findings to senior management.
Global Financial Crimes Investigator
Standard Chartered Bank
Newark, NJ
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Led inquiries into alleged violations of federal laws and corporate standards
- Monitored and tested the Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering (BSA/AML) Program
- Collaborated with clients to identify areas of risk and develop mitigation strategies.
AML/KYC Analyst
CSI Companies
Fort Mill, SC
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Conducted AML/KYC analyses on customer accounts
- Stayed up-to-date on industry regulations and communicated relevant changes to stakeholders
- Conducted risk assessments and gap analyses to identify areas for improvement.
Consultant
Independent Consultant
Atlanta, GA
01.2012 - 02.2017
- Provided consulting services related to AML compliance
- Conducted independent audits and assessments of client processes and procedures
- Stayed informed about industry regulations and communicated changes to clients.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GASkills
- AML Governance
- SAR Reporting
- Compliance Program Leadership
- Quality Control
- Sanctions and OFAC Screening
- Customer/Enhanced Due Diligence (CDD/EDD)
- BSA and USA Patriot Act Compliance
- KYC Regulations
- Financial Crimes Investigation
- Team Management and Mentoring
- Training Program Development
Certification
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
Timeline
Team Manager
Guidehouse
10.2021 - 03.2023
Senior AML Analyst
KPMG Global Services
02.2021 - 09.2021
AML Compliance Investigator
Consolidated Analytics
04.2020 - 12.2020
Senior AML Analyst
SunTrust Now Truist
02.2019 - 03.2020
Global Financial Crimes Investigator
Standard Chartered Bank
08.2017 - 08.2018
AML/KYC Analyst
CSI Companies
02.2017 - 07.2017
Consultant
Independent Consultant
01.2012 - 02.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Political Science
Clark Atlanta University