RPRick Peterson
@rickpeterson
Seasoned AML/BSA investigator and compliance analyst with strong regulatory expertise.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am an AML/BSA professional with broad regulatory compliance experience across fintech, retail banking, correspondent banking and credit card environments. I have performed investigations, quality assurance and surveillance using tools such as Mantas, Actimize, SAS, LexisNexis and World-Check while preparing SARs, CARs and EDD documentation to meet FinCEN, BSA and OFAC requirements.
My background includes roles at major firms and consultancies where I led complex case reviews involving correspondent banking, cryptocurrency analytics, trade‑based AML typologies, beneficial ownership and high‑risk geographies. I consistently produce thorough investigative narratives, maintain meticulous documentation, and provide actionable feedback to improve detection and compliance outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
AML Investigator
Insight Global
Aug 2025 - Present (5 months)
Conduct ongoing monitoring and analysis of customer transactions to identify money laundering risks, lead investigations, and prepare Suspicious Activity Reports to ensure regulatory compliance.
GEUsed blockchain analytics and open-source research to investigate cryptocurrency-related transactions, evaluated alerts for SAR filings, and conducted CARs and enhanced due diligence to meet regulatory requirements.
PWPerformed complex correspondent bank case reviews, identified typologies (structuring, trade-based laundering, shell companies), conducted due diligence, and authored SAR/CAR narratives and No Further Action summaries.
ROConducted end-to-end investigations of suspicious activity, pulled transaction histories, performed due diligence and database research, and prepared SARs and 90-day CARs to mitigate financial crime risk.
GUPerformed quality assurance reviews of alert investigations for retail banking, documented findings, and provided detailed feedback to improve investigation accuracy and compliance with procedures.
AML Investigator
Mega ICBC
May 2019 - Aug 2019 (3 months)
Reviewed correspondent banking transactions to identify suspicious activity, documented case dispositions with supporting rationale, and escalated high-risk cases for further review and SAR/CAR filing.
SBPerformed complex reviews of correspondent banking transactions involving high-risk customers and jurisdictions, conducted QA reviews of investigator cases, and prepared SAR/CAR filings to address money laundering risks.
HBInvestigated transaction monitoring alerts to interpret account activity for high-risk indicators, prepared SARs, and recommended follow-up actions including account closure when warranted.
DSAML Investigator
Discover Financial Services
May 2015 - Mar 2016 (10 months)
Reviewed automated and manual alerts to identify suspicious activity, conducted enhanced due diligence and negative media searches, and prepared Suspicious Activity Reports per policy.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
TUThe Pennsylvania State University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration/Management
Completed a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a focus in Management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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