A seasoned professional with a focus on Merchant Services within Consumer Lending, I bring a strong ability to interpret policies and procedures effectively, bolstered by robust quality control skills. My customer service orientation, keen attention to detail, and exceptional verbal and written communication skills make me an ideal fit for roles that require effective interaction with senior managers. I excel in accurate and detailed documentation, ensuring comprehensive tracking of every client interaction. With a background in Compliance, Risk, and Regulatory environments, I possess the insight to not only handle administrative tasks but also identify potential challenges and areas for improvement, aligning perfectly with the team's KYC-focused objectives and the need for a deep understanding of the business landscape.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Monitoring Compliance Specialist
ADT
Irving, TX
08.2023 - Current
Researched and analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement.
Provided technical support for customers in resolving complex issues.
Assisted in developing strategies to increase customer satisfaction levels.
Analyzed data from customer surveys to identify trends in customer behavior.
Managed and resolved incidents according to service agreements.
Business Analyst
Mbo Partners
Dallas, TX
06.2022 - 12.2022
Conducting investigations of Fraud cases, documenting investigative findings, Money Laundering, Payments and determining whether the case should be escalated/referred for further review or action
Understanding and applying procedures, including procedural changes throughout the engagement, into the investigation
Analyzing transactional data and conducting internal and external research on subjects using a variety of research tools
Identifying scenarios which merit a suspicious activity report (“SAR”) to be file
Accurately and thoroughly gathering necessary artifacts for SAR development
Drafting SARs to be filed to FinCEN by clients, where necessary
Articulating findings in a clear, concise manner that considers the client’s risk appetite
Establishing effective working relationships with PwC teams and client stakeholders (as applicable)
Meeting production targets and quality standards
Maintaining a strong level of independence and time management skills
Maintaining high attention to detail
Reviewing and investigating customer profile information (PII, email, phone, etc)
Completing required training as assigned.
Business Analyst
Barclays Bank - EXL Service.com, LLC
Jersey City, NJ
11.2021 - 05.2022
Investigated complex fraud cases including multi-channel and third-party cases related to Check, identity theft, elder financial exploitation, Money Laundering, Cash App, Fund Transfers, Wire, ACH, online Fraud, Lending, Merchant Services, P2P payments, and loan Fraud
Worked on GAP Analysis, Test Plan document, Project Plan, Traceability Matrix, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and SWOT analysis
Assess compliance with banking laws and reported suspicious entries and action
Determine and implement additional steps, validating KYC risk compliance based on research of customer records, verification of account purpose and legitimacy, analysis of transaction activity
Produced scheduled and on-demand risk management reports including building new reports and report delivery within defined time frames
Responsible for SAR Prep/Filing - delivered consistent high-quality report writing and data analysis
Ensured accuracy and detailed record keeping when updating, completing, and submitting cases and reports
Used multiple tools to fully analyze cases and ensure all information was recorded using multiple resources such as public records search as well as internal software and database
Responsible for monitoring accounts and completing follow up reviews, escalating cases and referring alerts to other departments
Worked with business partners to appropriately mitigate risk to the bank, by assisting in making decisions on account closures
Responsible for maintaining relationships and close communications with networks consisting of law enforcement and financial institution contacts
Experience with Cash Applications such as Fiserv,Wellfargo CEO,etc
Strong Financial Services domain experience
Knowledge of Lending & Merchant Services: Credit Card and Payment Networking
Expert in Documentation and process flows.
BSA /AML ANALYST /QA 3
WELLS FARGO BANK (Contractor-Strategic Staffing Solutions)
Plano, TX
08.2021 - 01.2022
Responsibilities may include conduct comprehensive research and/or background investigations on transactions, individuals, entities, organizations or locations to identify and mitigate associated sanctions, credit, financial crime, and reputational risks and thoroughly document findings
Review and analyze due diligence data from a variety of sources to determine overall risk
Evaluate risks to determine permissibility under sanctions regulations and/or BSA/AML regulations
Evaluate output from the Customer Due Diligence Group which includes Credit Investigations, Global Sanctions Screening & Reporting, and Enhanced Due Diligence Center
KYC and Negative News review.
Business Administrator/Fraud Investigator
BANK OF AMERICA
Fort Worth, TX
01.2020 - 03.2021
Responsible for reviewing cases submitted by team of Fraud Investigators, involving cases in check fraud, identity fraud, elder abuse, and purchasing scams
Understanding of banking operations, such as process/practices and products
Managed a group of Fraud Investigators ensuring they are meeting timelines on assignments
Tracked assignments on excel data sheet, providing weekly progress to management and investigations team
Knowledgeable of CTR’s and SAR’s reporting, as well as OFAC and Dodd-Frank requirements
Responsible for ensuring the completion of Level 2 reviews or all work submitted by Investigators
Assisted in developing training guides for new hires and assisted with new employee training
Verified Bid Instructions for completion.
Business Analyst
BEST BUY
Flowermound, TX
09.2019 - 01.2020
Researched, analyzed and investigated complex fraud cases involving bank customers resulting in potential loss
Responsible for performing complex investigations involving fraudulent checks, Lending, Merchant Services, and bill payments
Detect fraudulent activity using banking software to research data and performing interviews with branches regarding customer activity
Responsible of completing financial reports for each case assigned, consisting of determining net loss, and charge off amounts that required approval from VP
Tracked assignments on excel data sheet, providing weekly progress to management
Knowledgeable of CTR’s and SAR’s reporting, as well as OFAC and Dodd-Frank requirements
Determine and implement additional steps, validating KYC risk compliance based on research of customer records, verification of account purpose and legitimacy, analysis of transaction activity
Perform additional tasks as assigned, improving the effective administration of the AML and KYC Policies
Compiled data, using excel spreadsheets and various banking tools to determine and file case with regulatory authorities such as FINCEN
Researched created and distribute reports to upper management and directors informing them of net loss exceeding 100K
Effectively discovered multiple situations in which investigations resulted in the discovery of Fraudulent Rings involving check cashing and identity theft
Assisted management in developing training guides for new hires for various systems including Iris and Actimize
Assisted with new employee training for incoming investigators, utilizing presentations and guides
Utilized Bottomline, MS Excel, Word PowerPoint Outlook SharePoint to ensure assignments were completed accurately.
BSA/AML ANALYST
MIDSOUTH BANK (Contractor -Soft World Inc)
Dallas, TX
10.2018 - 04.2019
Knowledgeable of BSA/AML/Compliance and the money transfer trends, suspicious activity cases and fraudulent activity affecting consumers and Agents, Lending, Merchant Services, involving money transfers payments
Able to create reports as directed or requested for locations that are classified as high risk using Western Union specific software and CMR systems
Tracked assignments on excel data sheet, providing weekly and quarterly reports on progress to supervisor
Working knowledge of CTR’s and SAR’s reporting, as well as OFAC and Dodd-Frank requirements
Able to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and capable of providing recommendations to minimize these risks
Able to analyze activity to assess risk, knowledgeable in AML Typologies and consumer trends
Provided initial and ongoing training to new and existing agent locations fully reviewing AML Compliance folder emphasizing the importance of record keeping, monitoring, employee training, periodic reviews, BSA E-filing reporting and registration
Knowledgeable of KYC, Sanctions, AML, Fraud, Lending, Merchant Services, Payments and OFAC requirements
Effectively discovered multiple situations in which investigations resulted in the discovery of Fraudulent Rings involving money laundering.
Business Analyst
CAPITAL ONE (Contractor-Vaco)
Plano, TX
03.2018 - 08.2018
Assists in documenting and disseminating legal, regulatory and corporate policy requirements to department heads on a broad spectrum of topics including, but not limited to agency knowledge in CFPB, FTC and or FRB (etc.); and regulation knowledge in FDCPA, GLBA, UDAAP, FCRA and FACTA, Identity Theft, Global Privacy, BSA/AML/OFAC, ECOA (Reg B), TILA (Reg Z), FTC Credit Rules, E-Sign (etc.)
Working knowledge of the above policies and regulations
Responsible for staying abreast of regulatory issues and developments, evaluating impact on applicable exams, collaborating with the Consumer Compliance Manager on implementation and risk mitigation efforts
Examination of derivatives, asset liability management, Basel II & Basel III preferred Works with management to determine scope and examination.
Business Loan Officer
U.S. Small Business Administration
Fort Worth, TX
12.2017 - 05.2018
Investigate and evaluate credit history to determine credit worthiness of businesses and/or their principal owner(s)
Process home and/or business loans and make recommendations on collateral needed to secure loans
Apply accepted financial procedures to analyze financial resources to determine an applicant's ability to repay requested loans
Review all pertinent facts needed to make eligibility determinations by analyzing such factors as the nature and cause of damage, intended use of proceeds, legislative and administrative loan limits, and disposition of insurance and other recoveries
Ensure loan files contain all pertinent documentation to include conversations with applicants and written recommendations or justifications for conclusions.
Business Analyst
Chase Home Lending
Lewisville, TX
05.2009 - 07.2017
Document and report the investigation findings and prepare case files with required supporting documentation (e.g., media search results, copies of statements/checks, results from internal system searches etc.)
Communicate with internal and external entities, including other Banking AML monitoring units
Collect and examine financial statements and documents to assist in identifying unusual transaction patterns
Conduct research over available Bank systems, the Internet and Commercial Databases cons intensity the resolution of investigations
Write and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) and recommend relationship retention or termination and track account closures as required
Interact with Senior Management on the Compliance, Legal and business sectors concerning AML issues
Document all research and analysis conducted in the Case Management System
Follow-up with additional Point(s) of Contact (POC) as needed to identify additional information in support of the case
Liaise with other AML units, Legal, Advisory, Business Compliance teams and Law Enforcement when appropriate
Skill in the design and execution of testing scripts and / or risk assessments
Solid understanding of Third-Party Risk Management and Onsite Third-Party testing
Ability to read, interpret and understand federal and state laws and regulations and guidance or operational risk principles /concepts.
Education
Eastern Hills High School
12.1992
Skills
Experience working in Government Facilities
Motus
Able to interact with individuals from diverse backgrounds, and manage productivity
IWatch
Familiar with SalesForcecom
Capable of working from remote office without or little supervision
Concur Expense Reporting
Knowledge of anti-money laundering regulations within the banking/financial services industry
Thrive in both independent and collaborative work environments
Runzhimers
Goal oriented, able to manage deadlines and manage projects to their completion
Exceptional organizational, oral / written communication skills and able to create reports using MS Word
Experience working in a sales environment and able to manage large customer portfolios
Proficient in Microsoft Office Program, able to create reports using MS Excel
Workday
AS400
Effective in delivering presentation, knowledge of power point software
Criminal investigation
Security
Fraud
Report writing
Research
Analysis skills
Data collection
Surveillance
Law enforcement
Quality Assurance
Timeline
Monitoring Compliance Specialist
ADT
08.2023 - Current
Business Analyst
Mbo Partners
06.2022 - 12.2022
Business Analyst
Barclays Bank - EXL Service.com, LLC
11.2021 - 05.2022
BSA /AML ANALYST /QA 3
WELLS FARGO BANK (Contractor-Strategic Staffing Solutions)
08.2021 - 01.2022
Business Administrator/Fraud Investigator
BANK OF AMERICA
01.2020 - 03.2021
Business Analyst
BEST BUY
09.2019 - 01.2020
BSA/AML ANALYST
MIDSOUTH BANK (Contractor -Soft World Inc)
10.2018 - 04.2019
Business Analyst
CAPITAL ONE (Contractor-Vaco)
03.2018 - 08.2018
Business Loan Officer
U.S. Small Business Administration
12.2017 - 05.2018
Business Analyst
Chase Home Lending
05.2009 - 07.2017
Eastern Hills High School
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer