Narek Oganesyan
Granada Hills,CA
Summary
Dynamic BSA/AML Analyst with extensive experience at East West Bank, excelling in risk management and compliance. Proven track record in fraud investigation and KYC compliance, utilizing strong analytical skills and attention to detail to mitigate risks. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and fostering collaborative relationships within teams.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
BSA Analyst II - Financial Intelligence Unit
East West Bank
Pasadena, United States
10.2022 - Current
- Performing research, analysis and investigation
- Document results of reviews and escalating any potentially suspicious activity findings to management
- Reviews and investigates PSARs and File SARs based on the Monetary Instrument Log report
- Reviews weekly pipeline reports, MIL SAR review and Cash Item SAR review
- Understanding bank's products, services, customers and geographical locations in order to conduct effective research/ investigation of accounts
- Files SARs for high-risk customers if needed; Notifies the BSA Officer of suspicious activities of high-risk customers
- Performs additional duties as required
BSA/AML Analyst II - Digital Banking
East West Bank
Pasadena, California
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Actively conduct KYC review on pending applications in the queue.
- Document findings relating to fraud, money laundering, and identity theft.
- Review all foreign forms of identification against government databases.
- Perform daily review of opened products and recommend closure due to fraud, money laundering, and identity theft.
- Collaborate with fellow analysts and managers on recent trending fraud patterns.
- Closely work with operations team to update and alert on new fraud patterns.
- Review and analyze investigation data from a variety of sources to determine overall risk
- Perform CIP, EDD, and KYC reviews on on-boarded Digital Banking customers.
BSA/AML Analyst I - Digital Banking
East West Bank
Pasadena, California
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Assist BSA Officer/Managers and internal partners on preparing, logging and providing documents/materials per request from law enforcement officials, regulators, and auditors.
- Manage and execute BSA/AML/OFAC audits for a diverse set of clients.
- Build and strengthen relationships with middle and senior-level client executives to deliver actionable solutions and process improvements.
- Lead a diverse team and develop their skills sets as appropriate.
- Effectively work with leadership to prepare budgets and forecasts for the BSA/AML department.
- Determine staffing needs and lead efforts to hire professionals and establish relationships with contractors.
Business Relationship Specialist
East West Bank
Glendale, California
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Collaborate with Regional Manager and Branch Manager to develop and implement new customer centric strategic marketing plans.
- Generate new business through prospecting, outside calling, networking, and referrals.
- Achieve quarterly/annual goals through business generation of C&I, CRE, Multifamily, Mortgages, SBA, Treasury Management, Deposit, Investment, Cross-Border and other commercial and consumer products offered through East West Bank.
- Maintain and apply a thorough understanding of the bank's credit policy, client eligibility and all necessary business practices to ensure the submission of accurate and complete commercial and consumer loan packages.
- Expand upon the client's current business environment, strategies, and industry to better determine their credit requirements, identify potential new business opportunities, and provide need based solutions.
Business Banking Specialist
Wells Fargo
Glendale, California
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Proactively grow and deepen relationships with existing small business customers.
- Actively prospect for new small business and retail customers.
- Earning all of the business of a small business owner, including their consumer and small business needs, while ensuring retention and exercising excellent customer service in all customer interactions.
- Offer deposit, lending and other small business product solutions in order to serve as an expert in business packages and achieving performance objectives that meet the customer's needs and financial goals.
- Consistently reaching out to the community by visiting businesses, and conducting educational seminars in the community.
Personal Banker
Wells Fargo
Glendale, California
02.2012 - 10.2017
- Assist customers by delivering exceptional customer experience, building relationships, and helping consumer and small business customers succeed financially.
- Proactively engages customers in conversations and asks questions to learn about their financial needs.
- Maintains knowledge of and offer a full range of Wells Fargo products and services, and digital options to help customers succeed financially based on the customer's need.
- Build relationships with customers through proactive outreach and follow-up.
- Assists customers with opening new accounts, completing service requests and submitting credit applications.
- Helps resolve customer concerns and escalate issues as needed.
- Makes introductions to other bankers and partners to help meet customer s broader financial needs.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Business
University of Phoenix
01.2019
Associate of Science - AS - Business Administration
Glendale Community College
01.2018
Skills
- Risk management and compliance
- Credit analysis and fraud investigation
- KYC compliance and reporting
- Data analysis and critical thinking
- Subpoena and KYC review
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Investigative research
Awards
THE NATIONAL SOCIETY OF LEADERSHIP AND SUCCESS
Languages
- English
- Armenian
Timeline
BSA Analyst II - Financial Intelligence Unit
East West Bank
10.2022 - Current
BSA/AML Analyst II - Digital Banking
East West Bank
11.2020 - 03.2022
BSA/AML Analyst I - Digital Banking
East West Bank
11.2019 - 11.2020
Business Relationship Specialist
East West Bank
11.2018 - 11.2019
Business Banking Specialist
Wells Fargo
10.2017 - 10.2018
Personal Banker
Wells Fargo
02.2012 - 10.2017
Bachelor's Degree - Business
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - AS - Business Administration
Glendale Community College
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