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OLAMIDE OGUNTAYO

OLAMIDE OGUNTAYO

Milwaukee,Wisconsin

Summary

Experienced Compliance and Financial Intelligence Analyst with over 5 years of experience in AML investigations, regulatory compliance, and fraud detection across banking and financial technology environments. Experienced in identifying and mitigating financial crime risks through investigative analysis, SAR filing, and adherence to BSA/AML, OFAC, and FinCEN guidelines. Proven track record of analyzing complex financial data to detect fraudulent activities. Utilizes strong understanding of regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. Experienced in cross-functional collaboration, maintaining audit-ready documentation, and aligning investigative efforts with federal regulations and institutional policies.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Intelligence Analyst

Associated Bank
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
06.2023 - 01.2025
  • Strengthened institutional risk posture by identifying and mitigating high-risk behaviors in 75+ complex financial crime cases, contributing to a 20% reduction in escalated issues
  • Filed over 100 Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in alignment with BSA/AML regulations, consistently meeting 100% deadlines and exceeding internal performance KPIs
  • Conducted transaction and behavior analysis across accounts totaling $10M+ in activity, uncovering suspicious activities that led to actionable fraud investigations
  • Collaborated with legal, fraud, and IT teams on 30+ cross-functional cases, reducing investigation cycle time by 25% through improved escalation procedures
  • Reduced false positive alerts in transaction monitoring systems through continuous system fine-tuning and parameter optimization.

AML Investigator

PWC
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Performed Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on high-risk corporate, trust, and politically exposed person (PEP) profiles; decreased onboarding errors by 30%
  • Detected and flagged suspicious activities using case management tools, contributing to the identification of $500K+ in potential suspicious transactions across U.S and international jurisdictions
  • Maintained audit-ready documentation across 150+ customer profiles, enabling a successful federal audit with zero non-compliance findings
  • Played an integral role in the successful implementation of new AML systems and software, ensuring a seamless transition for investigators.
  • Interacted with law enforcement agencies, regulators and financial institutions to coordinate investigations related to fraudulent activities.

AML Correspondence Banking Analyst

PWC through MBO Partners
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Analyzed over 100 accounts monthly to uncover fraud trends and illicit fund transfers
  • Increased team efficiency by 20% by creating and implementing a new investigation checklist system
  • Assembled regulatory case files supporting 5+ federal audits, which upgraded the institution’s compliance rating and audit readiness.
  • Improved communication between internal departments, fostering a productive working environment that accelerated project completion times.

AML Investigator

PwC
02.2022 - 12.2022
  • Monitored high-volume transactions to identify anomalies and identity theft; prevented $200K+ in fraud losses
  • Implemented fraud control protocols that helped recover over $200K in fraudulent funds and upgraded fraud loss prevention KPIs by 18%
  • Used case management systems to manage 100+ investigations per month, achieving 98% resolution within required SLA timelines.
  • Identified patterns of suspicious activity through meticulous transaction analysis, aiding in the detection of financial crimes.
  • Assisted in the development of risk-based AML policies, incorporating industry best practices to minimize exposure.

KYC/AML Investigator

Citi Bank
12.2018 - 01.2022
  • Through System Global Solution Remote, Conducted KYC due diligence on 300+ customer accounts, ensuring 100% compliance with CIP and global onboarding standards
  • Flagged and escalated discrepancies in 15% of onboarding cases, directly preventing potential regulatory breaches
  • Partnered with audit and compliance teams to enhance reporting accuracy and control effectiveness, reducing reporting errors by 30%.
  • Stayed up-to-date on emerging trends in financial crime, proactively adapting investigative strategies accordingly.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management

Concordia University
December 2019

Bachelor of Science - Communication and Media Studies

Afe Babalola University
Nigeria
July 2015

Skills

  • AML Investigations & SAR Reporting
  • Compliance Reporting
  • Analytical thinking
  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Financial Crime Prevention
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Fraud Detection and Prevention
  • Cross-functional Team Collaboration
  • Regulatory Framework (NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2, BSA/AML, OFAC, KYC, EDD, FinCEN)
  • Data Integrity & Confidentiality
  • Tools: Jira, MS Office Suite, Confluence, Salesforce, Google Workspace
  • Transaction monitoring
  • Internal controls
  • Regulatory compliance

Timeline

Financial Intelligence Analyst

Associated Bank
06.2023 - 01.2025

AML Investigator

PWC
05.2023 - 12.2023

AML Correspondence Banking Analyst

PWC through MBO Partners
01.2023 - 04.2023

AML Investigator

PwC
02.2022 - 12.2022

KYC/AML Investigator

Citi Bank
12.2018 - 01.2022

Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management

Concordia University

Bachelor of Science - Communication and Media Studies

Afe Babalola University

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