Yolande Irvine
BSA/AML Compliance Analyst
Yonkers,NY
Summary
AML professional with extensive experience in compliance and financial crime prevention. Proven track record of identifying suspicious activities and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability, bringing critical skills in risk assessment and regulatory compliance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
BSA AML Compliance Analyst/Bank Officer
Brookline Bancorp
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Submitted 106 SARs triggering internal investigations that led to the exit of 15 high-risk accounts
- Conducted Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) on an average of 18 high-risk customer cases per month, identifying and mitigating potential AML risks
- Reviewed and analyzed an average of 220 monthly AML transaction monitoring alerts generated in Verafin for 3 different banks (Brookline Bank, Bank Rhode Island & PCSB), prioritizing and escalating suspicious activity in accordance with bank policy
- Prepared comprehensive case summaries of suspicious activity, such as detailed analysis of structured transactions and suspicious EFTs for biweekly presentation to the SAR Committee
- Managed the Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) reviews for new clients, including verifying documentation and performing adverse media internet research
- Participated in industry conferences and networking events, staying up-to-date on emerging trends within the AML compliance field.
BSA/OFAC Assistant
PCSB Bank
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Developed and documented BSA/Compliance policy and procedure specific to non-resident aliens and foreign individuals
- Analyzed and decisioned Fraud and AML transaction alerts generated on a daily, weekly and monthly basis utilizing Fiserv FCRM
- Reviewed OFAC alerts generated by the screening system
- Provided secondary review of BSA/AML risk assessment for the Compliance Manager ensuring accuracy, completeness and compliance with regulatory requirements
- Presented new and follow-up cases to the SAR committee in an effort to deliberate whether to file or not with FINCEN
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail by conducting comprehensive quality assurance reviews of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) before FINCEN submission, ensuring correctness and regulatory compliance
Treasury Management Operations Specialist
Valley Bank
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Resolved online banking issues for business and personal customers
- Enrolled customers in online banking
- Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers.
Cash Management Operations Assistant
The Westchester Bank
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Implemented online banking services and product upon review of approved applications from branch or treasury management sales
- Verified online banking activity and transaction fraud alerts with customers via Verafin and Centrix Positive Pay System
- Diagnosed and repaired remote deposit scanner malfunctions and remotely deployed software to customer systems using Cisco Webex
- Assisted customers’ with setting up Wire and ACH origination using Access Manager
- Provided client support for Excel data mapping and file uploads to Check Positive Pay
Personal Banker
The Westchester Bank
11.2019 - 09.2020
- Processed customer requests for statements, ordering additional checks and updating customer personal information in database.
- Balanced cash drawers and vault accounts on daily basis with zero discrepancies.
- Executed wire transfers, stop payments and account transfers.
Personal Banker
People’s United Bank
09.2016 - 11.2019
- Conducted detailed financial reviews for business clients to cross sell appropriate products to fit clients’ needs.
- Backed up teller team by handling needs of new and existing customers at main counter.
- Processed foreign and domestic wires for customers.
- Increased customer satisfaction by 12% based on online survey results.
Assistant Branch Manager
People's United Bank
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Performed monthly and quarterly internal audits of branch operations to ensure compliance with bank policies and procedures
- Oversaw branch adherence to regulatory requirements regarding signage and Community Reinvestment ACT (CRA) public disclosure, ensuring information was current and readily accessible to customers
- Supervised a team of tellers and personal bankers
- Coached bankers to recognize sales opportunities and refer customers to designated business partners to meet branch and individual goals
- Managed branch successfully in the absence of manager which resulted in branch exceeding account goals by over 100% for 2 consecutive quarter
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management Studies, General
University of The West Indies
St. Andrew, Jamaica 08.2008 - 08.2012
Skills
Customer due diligence
Suspicious activity reporting
Transaction monitoring
Sanctions screening
Enhanced due diligence
Anti-money laundering
Know your customer
Bank secrecy act
Analytical skills
Task prioritization
Written communication
Fraud detection
Certification
Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS), Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), Pending
Certificates/Licenses
Certified Global Sanctions Specialist (CGSS)
Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
Pending
Advanced Certified AML Specialist – Risk Management (CAMS-RM)
Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
July 2025
Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS)
November 2022
New York State Notary Public License
July 2019
Timeline
BSA AML Compliance Analyst/Bank Officer
Brookline Bancorp
12.2021 - 03.2022
BSA/OFAC Assistant
PCSB Bank
09.2020 - 12.2021
Treasury Management Operations Specialist
Valley Bank
11.2019 - 09.2020
Cash Management Operations Assistant
The Westchester Bank
11.2019 - 09.2020
Personal Banker
The Westchester Bank
11.2019 - 09.2020
Personal Banker
People’s United Bank
09.2016 - 11.2019
Assistant Branch Manager
People's United Bank
08.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Management Studies, General
University of The West Indies
08.2008 - 08.2012
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