Taylor Packwood
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Detail-oriented Financial Crimes and Compliance Analyst with 2+ years of experience in Anti-Money Laundering (AML), fraud investigations, and regulatory compliance. Proven track record of conducting suspicious activity reviews, preparing SARs, and adhering to FINCEN guidelines. Adept in cross-functional communication, transaction monitoring, and investigative documentation. Seeking to apply AML expertise in a dynamic financial crimes investigations role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
SAR Investigator
BNY Mellon
09.2024 - Current
- Conduct ~15 weekly investigations into suspected financial crimes, including check fraud, ACH fraud, and potential money laundering schemes.
- Analyze monetary instruments, account activity, and ACH deposits to detect patterns of suspicious behavior.
- Prepare detailed case summaries and submit findings in accordance with BSA/AML and FINCEN regulatory standards.
- Maintained clear, audit-ready documentation aligned with AML regulatory requirements.
Financial Crimes Specialist
Wells Fargo
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Investigated 12–15 financial crime cases weekly, including wire fraud, identity theft, and suspected money laundering.
- Reviewed high-risk transaction patterns using internal tools and LexisNexis to identify suspects and negative news.
- Collaborated with internal compliance teams to implement proactive fraud prevention controls.
- Identify and escalate potential elder financial abuse cases through forensic analysis and behavioral review.
Senior Recruitment Coordinator
RBC Capital Markets
03.2022 - 10.2023
- Supported hiring processes for high-volume divisions including Investment Banking and Cash Management.
- Managed PERM job postings, complex offer letters, and onboarding compliance documentation.
- Developed SharePoint tools for onboarding and data accuracy across hiring funnels.
- Maintained strong relationships with hiring managers, understanding their requirements and providing tailored talent pipelines.
Compliance Analyst
Millennium Management
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Monitored adherence to industry regulations, ensuring timely reporting of any discrepancies or violations.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports for senior management, outlining findings from investigations into suspected non-compliant activities.
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
Background Check Coordinator
Goldman Sachs
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Oversaw 150+ background checks weekly, escalating hits to analysts for review.
- Pulled FINRA fingerprints and managed tracking for pre-clearance compliance.
- Audited LinkedIn profiles, applications, and CVs for consistency as part of candidate due diligence.
- Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Saint Joseph’s University
Philadelphia, PA05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Lowell, MA05.2017
Skills
- AML Compliance
- Suspicious Activity Reporting (SAR)
- BSA Regulations
- Transaction Monitoring
- Check & ACH Fraud
- FINCEN Guidelines
- Elder Financial Abuse Detection
- LexisNexis / Workday / Microsoft Office
- KYC/CDD/EDD Principles
- Case Management & Documentation
- Investigative Research & Analysis
Relevant Coursework
Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysis, Federal Criminal Law, Homeland Security
Timeline
SAR Investigator
BNY Mellon
09.2024 - Current
Financial Crimes Specialist
Wells Fargo
02.2024 - 09.2024
Senior Recruitment Coordinator
RBC Capital Markets
03.2022 - 10.2023
Compliance Analyst
Millennium Management
11.2020 - 02.2022
Background Check Coordinator
Goldman Sachs
01.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Saint Joseph’s University
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