Christian Gonseth
@christiangonseth
Risk consultant with expertise in financial services and KYC procedures.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated Risk Consultant with a strong background in financial services, currently working at Ernst & Young. My role involves performing Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures for a Top 5 US bank, ensuring compliance and maintaining vital relationships with corporate and government clients. I have successfully managed KYC remediation programs and collaborated with global teams to enhance operational efficiency.
My experience includes training and onboarding new consultants, utilizing advanced methodologies to achieve client goals. I have also worked as a Financial Advisor Intern, where I developed financial planning strategies and recommendations for clients. My academic background in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance has equipped me with the analytical skills necessary to excel in this field.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Risk Consultant – Senior 1
Ernst & Young
Sep 2022 - Present (2 years 9 months)
Performed Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures for a Top 5 US bank on corporate and government customers, processing dozens of cases with a global team. Provided program management support for KYC remediation, monitoring budget, explaining variances, and tracking quality control trends. Supported Risk Data Aggregation management, documenting Control Risk Factors based on Basel III requirements.
Financial Advisor Intern
Northwestern Mutual
May 2021 - Aug 2021 (3 months)
Met with qualified client prospects to introduce them to financial planning services and increase their awareness of products. Supported developing recommendations and participated in meetings on financial products and strategies to enhance client’s financial plans.
Business Consultant – Staff 1-2
Ernst & Young
Jan 2022 - Present (3 years 5 months)
Provided transformative consulting to clients, utilizing progressive consulting procedures and technologies. Deepened knowledge in finance and financial services through web-based learning, applying critical thinking to achieve client goals. Performed data entry validation for a U.S. Governmental agency, ensuring proper funding for non-profits and government contractors.
Financial Advisor Intern
Stifel Nicolaus
May 2018 - Jun 2018 (1 month)
Documented key aspects of discussions between Senior Vice President of Investments and clients. Performed technical analysis on potential equity investments utilizing the Bloomberg Terminal. Calculated profits/losses and returns on investment based on client’s exit strategies for existing positions.
Education
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University of Richmond Robins School of Business
BSBA, Business Administration with Concentration in Finance
Activities and societies: University President Mentee, Student Calling Center for Advancement, Finance Society, Golf Club
Majored in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance (CFA Track) at the University of Richmond's Robins School of Business. This program provided a strong foundation in financial principles and practices.
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