Kush Upadhyay
@kushupadhyay
I strengthen retail banking operations through AML, KYC, and transaction monitoring.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
At ESAF Small Finance Bank, I manage customer onboarding, documentation verification, and transaction monitoring while maintaining adherence to AML/KYC frameworks and regulatory standards.
I identify unusual activity, escalate potential risks, support compliance workflows, and collaborate with risk teams to resolve discrepancies. My work balances secure, transparent financial operations with responsive client handling and accurate regulatory records.
Backed by an MBA in Finance and certifications in SAP FI and Financial Accounting, I'm focused on compliance and financial crime prevention in banking.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Managed customer onboarding, documentation verification, and transaction monitoring while ensuring strict adherence to AML/KYC frameworks and regulatory standards.
Conducted customer onboarding and account verification, ensuring compliance with internal policies. Reviewed and validated customer documentation (IDs, legal papers, proof of address). Supported transaction monitoring by identifying unusual activity and escalating potential risks. Collaborated with compliance and risk teams to resolve discrepancies. Maintained accurate records in line with regulat
Interned at the Madhya Pradesh Human Rights Commission.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The Bhopal School Of Social Sciences
Bachelor of Arts, Humanities
2016 - 2019
Grade: 77.07
Activities and societies: Debator
Final SCORE: 77.7%
Kendriya Vidyalaya
Intermediate (12TH Grade)
Final SCORE: 61.4%
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Master's Degree, Public Administration
2021 - 2023
Grade: 75%
Activities and societies: Master of Arts
Final SCORE: 75%
Kendriya Vidyalaya
High School Diploma
Final SCORE: 83.6%
Shri Shankaracharya Technical Campus
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Accounting and Finance
2022 - 2024
Grade: 81.3%
Activities and societies: Training and Placement Coordinator
Graduated with honors in Finance & HR
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Public Administration
2021 - 2023
Masters in policy planning and administrative infrastructure of India.
Bhopal School of social sciences
Bachelor of Arts, No specialisation
2016 - 2019
Shri Shankaracharya Technical Campus
Master of Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
2022 - 2024
Pursued an MBA in Accounting and Finance, gaining expertise in financial analysis and management.
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Master of Public Administration, Public Administration
2021 - 2023
Completed a Master of Public Administration with focus on policy planning and administrative infrastructure of India.
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