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Teresa Medina

Cromwell,IN

Summary

Professional analyst with comprehensive experience in evaluating and synthesizing information to drive informed decisions. Skilled in data analysis, critical thinking, and providing actionable insights. Strong team collaborator with results-oriented mindset, adapting seamlessly to evolving tasks and priorities. Recognized for reliability, thoroughness, and effective communication skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AML Review Analyst

Crowe LLP
08.2023 - 03.2025
  • Participated in multiple AML review teams for the Fintech and Financial Institution sectors, involving in-depth investigations, the preparation of suspicious activity reports (SAR), and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) reviews.
  • Excelled in managing high-stakes projects with strict deadlines and daily quotas, securing timely and exceptional deliverables.
  • Applied skills and Platforms: Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) case reviews, Investigations, SAR drafting, Research and Analytical, Adaptable, Hummingbird, Actimize, Care, FISERV Signature, Nautilus, and Image Center.

AML Team Leader

Lake City Bank
04.2018 - 07.2023
  • Conducted daily and ongoing reviews of OFAC lists to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.
  • Documented comprehensive investigations and case reviews while coordinating effectively with various departments to escalate critical cases.
  • Evaluated fraudulent, suspicious, or unusual activities for regulatory and SAR reporting and timely escalation to management.
  • Tracked and monitored Customer Identification Programs (CIP/KYC), due diligence, Currency Transaction Reports (CTRs), garnishments, levies, and the completion of death verifications.
  • Mentored and coached junior team member, adeptly delegating tasks to enhance workload distribution and boost team morale.
  • Proven leader who helped increase team output by approximately 20% through mentoring and workflow restructuring.
  • Applied skills and Platforms: Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) case reviews, Investigations, SAR drafting, Research and Analytical, Fraud Detection, Team Leadership, Task Prioritization, Image Center, Prime Compliance.

AML Specialist

Lake City Bank
04.2017 - 04.2018
  • Monitored transactions for potential fraud and account compromise by utilizing daily reports to identify suspicious or irregular activities and drafting over 250 SARs with a
  • Provided backup support for KYC processes, including online account creations.
  • Managed Regulation E disputes, which included comprehensive investigations, provision of provisional credits, customer notifications, chargeback processes with processors, and meticulous tracking of dispute statuses and record retention.
  • Applied Skills and Programs: Anti Money Laundering (AML) and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), investigations, SAR filing, Reg E, Customer Service, Research and Analytical, Fraud Detection, Task Prioritization, Image Center, Prime Compliance.

Prime Time Teller

Lake City Bank
03.2015 - 04.2017
  • Assisted branch staff during peak hours to ensure efficient service delivery, executed daily cash transactions, and provided exemplary support for clients.

Education

High School Diploma -

West Noble High School
Ligonier, IN
2007

Skills

  • Anti Money Laundering (AML)
  • Know Your Customer (KYC)
  • Bank Secrecy Act (BSA)
  • Investigations
  • SAR drafting
  • Fraud Detection
  • Team Leadership
  • Microsoft office
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Self motivation
  • Critical thinking
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Analytical thinking

Certification

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, In Progress

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

AML Review Analyst

Crowe LLP
08.2023 - 03.2025

AML Team Leader

Lake City Bank
04.2018 - 07.2023

AML Specialist

Lake City Bank
04.2017 - 04.2018

Prime Time Teller

Lake City Bank
03.2015 - 04.2017

High School Diploma -

West Noble High School