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Conducted in-depth investigations on alerts generated by screening tools related to potential sanctions hits involving customers, counterparties, or transactions. Reviewed and assessed customer and transaction information against global sanctions lists (e.g., OFAC, EU, UN, UK HMT).

Performed AML alert/case reviews, seeking to mitigate risks associated with financial crimes and suspicious activity. Applied research and analytic techniques to digest complex information sets to make logical and adequately supported determinations.

Investigated and assessed the financial risks posed by a customer's transactions, as well as monitoring and regulating higher-risk activities. Communicated with regulators and auditors regularly to explain risk monitoring, control, and prioritization techniques.

Collected and analyzed data, including alert, investigation, or SAR history; KYC information; relevant account and transaction data plus any other required information. Assisted in the investigation and subsequent filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) where necessary.

Reviewed and processed Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, including new applications and the forgiveness process. Worked directly with customers to finalize loan application details and repayment.

Screened customers, prospects, and/or transactions against various regulatory reporting lists and regionally based sanctions watch lists. Ensured compliance with financial regulations and mitigated potential risks.

Conducted end-to-end meticulous reviews of cases escalated from Sanctions Level Investigators pertaining to potential illegal activity, global watch lists, or activity in violation of economic and trade sanctions administered by OFAC. Ensured thorough investigation and compliance.

Screened customers, prospects, and/or transactions against various regulatory reporting lists and regionally based sanctions watch lists. Ensured compliance with financial regulations and mitigated potential risks.

Collected and analyzed data, including alert, investigation, or SAR history; KYC information; relevant account and transaction data plus any other required information. Assisted in the investigation and subsequent filing of Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR) where necessary.

Contacted delinquent, charged-off, or high-risk customers to secure payment and determine the reason for delinquency on active loan/credit card accounts. Managed collection efforts and resolved payment issues.

Conducted due diligence and KYC on individuals, businesses, and organizations to identify and mitigate sanctions and financial crimes. Updated and documented research findings, escalating or closing cases under sanctions alerts and politically exposed persons.

Participated in the development and implementation of credit policies, programs, procedures, and guidelines. Planned, coordinated, and monitored activities of assigned loan programs, interpreting and explaining loan procedures to applicants.

Consolidated and analyzed financial data, including budgets and income statement forecasts, considering the company's goals and financial standing. Provided creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance.

Grade: 3.8

Completed a Master of Business Administration program with a GPA of 3.8. The curriculum focused on advanced business principles and management strategies.

Completed studies at the Institute for the Management of Information Systems. This program likely focused on information systems management.

Obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture. The program provided a comprehensive understanding of agricultural sciences and practices.