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TAYLOR BLAKE MCKNIGHT

DALLAS

Summary

Senior Fraud Analyst II with over four years of experience in fraud detection and prevention, leveraging advanced analytical skills and risk assessment expertise to protect financial assets. Demonstrates a visionary approach in developing innovative fraud mitigation strategies and enhancing organizational security. Committed to driving results through collaboration and continuous improvement in fraud analysis processes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Fraud Investigator

Goldman Sachs
05.2025 - Current
  • Conducted prompt and thorough investigations on referred cases.
  • Identified potential risks by conducting thorough investigations and analyzing transaction patterns.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to clients affected by fraudulent activities, addressing their concerns while maintaining compliance with regulatory guidelines.
  • Produced detailed reports of fraud investigations and presented findings to senior management.

Senior Fraud Analyst II

Bank of America
12.2023 - 05.2025
  • Identified and prevented fraudulent activities across a wide range of banking products with high-risk activity (money mule, money laundering and cryptocurrency fraud), directly contributing to the reduction of financial losses for the company.
  • Conducted daily analysis of customer profiles and transactional data to identify patterns, detect inconsistencies, and ensure activities align with expected behavior, mitigating potential fraud risks.
  • Conducted end-to-end analysis of account activity, leveraging multiple systems such as LexisNexis, Microsoft Excel & Tableau to make judgment-based decisions, mitigate risk, and protect both customer interests and bank assets in a time-sensitive environment.
  • Prepared and submitted detailed Transaction Reports/SARS for transactions identified as potentially suspicious, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and mitigating financial crime risks.
  • Partnered with security teams to enhance fraud detection algorithms, creating robust defense mechanisms against emerging financial threats.
  • Optimized fraud detection algorithms through data-driven analysis, resulting in improved accuracy of suspicious activity identification.

Fraud Analyst

Truist Financial
01.2021 - 09.2023
  • Monitored transaction patterns using data analytics platforms, identifying emerging fraud trends and implementing preventive controls.
  • Utilized advanced analytical tools such as FICO Falcon, FraudNet, and LexisNexis to detect suspicious patterns and potential risks.
  • Prepared detailed reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommended actionable steps to mitigate fraud risks.
  • Orchestrated real-time monitoring of financial transactions, documenting suspicious patterns and coordinating with project managers to prevent fraudulent activities.

Sales Team Lead

NextGeneration
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Led a team of sales outside representatives to exceed monthly targets, achieving substantial improvements in revenue and customer engagement.
  • Fostered a positive team environment, encouraging collaboration and open communication to boost morale and productivity.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends, enabling strategic adjustments that resulted in noticeable gains in overall sales.
  • Orchestrated targeted training sessions for sales reps, enhancing product knowledge and driving a marked increase in customer satisfaction.

Education

Bachelors of Business Administration - Finance

Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX
12-2026

Skills

  • Fraud Analysis
  • Risk Assessment
  • Digital Marketing
  • SEO
  • Analytics
  • Customer Service
  • Team Management
  • Negotiation
  • Sales
  • WordPress
  • Google Analytics
  • Email Marketing
  • Social Media
  • Windows
  • IOS
  • Fraud Prevention
  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem Solving

Timeline

Fraud Investigator

Goldman Sachs
05.2025 - Current

Senior Fraud Analyst II

Bank of America
12.2023 - 05.2025

Fraud Analyst

Truist Financial
01.2021 - 09.2023

Sales Team Lead

NextGeneration
08.2017 - 06.2018

Bachelors of Business Administration - Finance

Prairie View A&M University

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