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Thaveesa Seneviratne

@thaveesaseneviratne

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Adaptable Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist with keen attention to detail.

Singapore

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that offers growth opportunities in compliance and risk management, within a collaborative and innovative company culture.

I am a Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist with a proven track record in financial crime compliance. Over the past two years, I have honed my skills in conducting thorough risk-based due diligence, effectively managing cases, and collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders. My experience spans various projects in full-service banking, investment banking, and multilateral development banks, where I have successfully navigated complex regulatory environments.

At Acuity Knowledge Partners, I consistently ranked among the top performers, demonstrating my ability to deliver high-quality results under pressure. My proactive approach to project management has led to significant improvements in due diligence workflows, reducing turnaround times and enhancing compliance processes. I am passionate about leveraging technology to ensure regulatory adherence and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Analyst, Financial Crime Compliance

Acuity Knowledge Partners

Jul 2022 - Jun 2024 (1 year 11 months)

Managed diverse financial crime compliance projects, including KYC Remediation and CDD/EDD, across multiple jurisdictions and regulatory frameworks. Coordinated with internal and external teams to resolve outstanding due diligence issues, reducing average review turnaround time by approximately 20% through process streamlining.

CDD EDD Risk Assessment Regulatory Compliance Stakeholder Management Project Management LSEG World Check One LexisNexis

Trainee, Strategy and Transactions

Ernst and Young

Oct 2020 - Mar 2021 (5 months)

Supported a successful M&A deal by conducting in-depth financial and commercial due diligence for a divestment. Contributed to the strategic analysis that facilitated the sale of Waltrim Hydropower (Pvt) Ltd to Aitken Spence PLC.

Due Diligence M&A Financial Analysis Microsoft Excel Microsoft PowerPoint Critical Thinking Data Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Graduate Diploma in Management, Management

Completed a Graduate Diploma in Management, gaining foundational knowledge in business administration. Focused on key management concepts and practices.

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business, Accounting and Business

Completed an Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business through ACCA. Developed advanced skills in financial management, taxation, and business analysis.

Singapore University of Social Sciences

Master of Management, Management

Pursued a Master of Management, focusing on advanced business principles and leadership strategies. Developed expertise in strategic decision-making and organizational management.

Oxford Brookes University

BSc.(Hons) in Applied Accounting, Applied Accounting

Undertook a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Applied Accounting. Gained comprehensive knowledge in accounting principles, financial reporting, and auditing practices.