Archana Kataria

Conducted detailed QA reviews of 40-50 AML investigation files weekly, improving case accuracy by 20%. Trained and onboarded 60+ AML analysts, improving first-pass case quality by 30%.

Conducted EDD reviews for 60-70 high-risk customers monthly, improving risk-assessment accuracy by 20%. Investigated complex payment activity and supported STR/LCTR review obligations.

Led complex fraud-risk investigations and AML compliance reviews, achieving 99% SLA adherence. Improved fraud detection accuracy and audit readiness by 18% through control design and testing.

Led a 23-member AML onboarding team, maintaining 100% compliance with AML/KYC standards. Increased fraud detection accuracy by 20% and reduced onboarding resolution times by 25%.

Reviewed 100+ client profiles monthly for KYC, due diligence, and AML/CTF compliance. Detected and escalated recurring fraud and suspicious-activity patterns.

Managed 1,200+ client queries and onboarding cases in a regulated financial-services environment. Improved fraud identification performance by 15% through disciplined case review and escalation.

Financial Intelligence Specialist (FIS) certification from ManchesterCF, obtained in September 2026.

Crypto Compliance Specialist Certification (CCSC) obtained in April 2026.

Completed MBA Essentials at Rotman School, University of Toronto in December 2025.

Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) from ACAMS, obtained in July 2025.

Certified KYC Specialist (GO-AKS) obtained in June 2025.

AI Security certification from Infosec Institute, obtained in May 2025.

Chainalysis Reactor Certification (CRC) obtained in November 2025.

Chainalysis Cryptocurrency Fundamentals Certification (CCFC) obtained in October 2025.

Grade: 3.9/4.0

Master of Accounting and Law from Deakin University, Melbourne, with a GPA of 3.9/4.0.

Grade: 4.0/4.0

Bachelors and master's in Foreign Trade from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya University, Indore, with a GPA of 4.0/4.0.