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Mariah Schurko

Lakewood,OH

Summary

Strategic and results-driven Senior Financial Analyst with expertise in financial investigations, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Adept at analyzing complex financial data, mitigating risks, and optimizing financial reporting to drive business objectives. Strong background in AML, OFAC compliance, and financial forecasting.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Financial Analyst

LPL Financial
, OH
05.2022 - Current
  • Conduct financial analysis, reporting, and forecasting to drive strategic decision-making
  • Identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance financial efficiencies through trend analysis
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize financial processes and ensure compliance
  • Manage AML/OFAC due diligence, periodic reviews, and the annual BSA Money Laundering Report
  • Conduct weekly OFAC securities reports to identify restricted securities
  • Work with two trust companies to support financial operations and compliance.
  • Perform yearly risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential financial risks.

Senior Financial Analyst 1

AML Right Source
, OH
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Monitored Fintech transactions (US, APAC, EU/UK) for suspicious activity, filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) as required
  • Conducted deep investigations into business accounts to detect fraud, financial irregularities, and AML compliance issues
  • Utilized Excel and client systems to analyze transactions related to terrorist financing, law enforcement referrals, grand jury subpoenas, and sanctions violations
  • Led client onboarding to ensure compliance with anti-corruption and political activity risk regulations
  • Delivered routine financial reporting and risk analysis using over 10 internal and external tools
  • Promoted directly to Senior Analyst 1, bypassing the Analyst 2 role due to outstanding performance
  • Maintained 95%+ AML quality review accuracy, handling double the expected case volume

Financial Analyst 1

AML Right Source
, OH
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Conducted Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk accounts and corporate entities
  • Assessed and documented Know Your Customer (KYC) AML data for client verification
  • Trained and coached 20+ new analysts on AML investigations, EDDs, PEPs, and machine learning compliance processes
  • Worked with third parties to ensure compliance with evolving KYC and financial risk guidelines

Research Specialist

Florida Cancer Specialists and Research Institute
11.2018 - 09.2019
  • Assisted in financial data analysis related to healthcare research funding
  • Conducted compliance reviews and ensured alignment with federal research regulations

Education

Bachelor of Applied Health Science - Minor in Business Administration

Bowling Green State University
12.2017

Skills

  • Financial Analysis & Forecasting
  • AML/OFAC Risk Assessments & Compliance
  • Experience with fintech, trusts and securities operations
  • Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Investigations
  • Know Your Customer (KYC) Due Diligence
  • Continuous training in evolving financial regulations and AML trends

Additional Information

Certified in AML Compliance & Risk Management, Experience with Trust and Securities Operations, Continuous training in evolving financial regulations and AML trends

Timeline

Senior Financial Analyst

LPL Financial
05.2022 - Current

Senior Financial Analyst 1

AML Right Source
01.2021 - 05.2022

Financial Analyst 1

AML Right Source
09.2019 - 01.2021

Research Specialist

Florida Cancer Specialists and Research Institute
11.2018 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Applied Health Science - Minor in Business Administration

Bowling Green State University

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