Akash Gopakumar

Conducted quality assurance reviews on KYC onboarding and refresh files to ensure compliance with AML/CTF regulations, the US Patriot Act, FATCA, CRS, and internal risk frameworks. Assessed analyst decisions for accuracy and regulatory alignment, documented findings, and provided remediation recommendations to improve file quality and reduce repeat QA errors.

Performed due diligence quality checks across onboarding and periodic KYC reviews for global client cases, ensuring alignment with AML procedures and regulatory policies. Conducted accuracy verification of analyst-completed files and escalated findings to QA and compliance teams.

Led a team of 8-12 analysts, providing training, coaching, and performance feedback to improve accuracy and productivity across due diligence and operational processes. Supervised end-to-end AML and client onboarding workflows, ensuring compliance with internal policy requirements and regulatory expectations.

Performed AML and KYC reviews for high-risk client segments, including PEPs, sanctions exposed entities, adverse media cases, and periodic refresh files, under global regulatory standards. Conducted CDD and EDD reviews, validated documentation, and ensured adherence to compliance frameworks and policy requirements.

Conducted KYC and AML compliance checks for new and existing client accounts, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to regulatory requirements. Monitored client transactions and performed screening activities to identify discrepancies, sanctions exposure, and unusual activity patterns.

Pursued an MBA in Banking and Finance, completing in 2016.

Earned a BBA in Accounting, completing in 2014.

Completed an AML/KYC certification by IIBF.