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Christopher Salaman

@christophersalaman

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Experienced BSA Analyst with a decade in financial investigations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters growth in compliance and financial investigations, emphasizing teamwork and innovation.

I am a dedicated BSA Analyst with over 10 years of experience in finance and accounting, specializing in Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) policies and compliance investigations. My analytical expertise allows me to effectively review banking transactional activity and legal documentation, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. I have a proven track record in performing financial criminal investigations at both state and federal levels, showcasing my ability to navigate complex financial landscapes.

Throughout my career, I have held various roles, including Senior BSA/AML Investigator, where I analyzed a wide range of entity and account documentation, maintained optimal production and quality goals, and assisted with program testing. My experience extends to transaction analysis in cryptocurrency trading, where I utilized blockchain technology to corroborate crypto parties and conducted enhanced due diligence. I am fluent in both English and Spanish, which enhances my ability to communicate effectively in diverse environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior BSA/AML Investigator

Current

Bankunited

Nov 2022 - Present (2 years 10 months)

Analyzed a wide range of entity and account documentation, reviewing alerted transaction schemes while maintaining optimal production and quality goals. Assisted with program testing, application for day-to-day operations, and special projects related to non-alerted transactions.

LexisNexis Actimize Microsoft Office BSA AML EDD

Senior BSA/AML Investigator

Genpact (Coinbase Contractor)

Nov 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)

Performed transaction analysis associated with crypto trading, private wallets, and blockchain. Conducted blockchain lookups to corroborate crypto parties and performed Refinitiv searches for enhanced due diligence.

Cryptocurrency Blockchain Due Diligence Transaction analysis AML BSA

Senior BSA/AML Investigator

Appleone (Robinhood Contractor)

Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 11 months)

Reviewed escalated cases warranting further investigation, performing detailed analysis of overall account activity and filing SARs on accounts deemed concerning. Utilized internal and external research to complete account investigations and reviewed investment transactional trends, including cryptocurrency.

SAR Reviews Cryptocurrency Transactional Analysis AML BSA Research

Senior BSA/AML Analyst

Amerant Bank

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 8 months)

Performed AML analysis for review periods of one year and completed SAR filings when warranted. Reviewed account activity for unusual patterns pertaining to structuring and velocity, providing AML investigations subject matter expertise for high-risk clients.

AML SAR Filings Compliance

BSA Analyst I

Helm Bank USA

Aug 2016 - Present (9 years 1 month)

Reviewed alerted transactions for customers across high, moderate, and low-risk levels, performing sampling analysis for large quantity transactions. Conducted detailed investigations clarifying originators and beneficiaries for transactions and generated Alert Reports depicting source of funds, parties involved, and destination of funds.

Transaction Monitoring Risk Assessment Investigation Alerting BSA AML Compliance

KYC Onboarding/ Transaction Monitoring

Citibank

Jul 2015 - Present (10 years 2 months)

Reviewed alerted transactions for customers with varying risk levels and updated relevant KYC information for new and recurring customers. Performed analysis of documentation on file pertaining to source of funds and business ownership, escalating activity deemed concerning for further investigation.

KYC Transaction Monitoring Risk Assessment Compliance AML BSA

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

FIBA

Certification, Anti-Money Laundering

Obtained the Anti-Money Laundering Certified Associate (AMLCA) certification from FIBA. This certification enhanced expertise in AML policies and compliance investigations.

University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Accounting. Gained foundational knowledge in business principles and accounting practices.