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UZOMA OPARAEMAIL AVAILABLE PHONE NUMBER AVAILABLESummaryAML/KYC investigation analyst with over five years of experience in handling AML projects, Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) research, KYC remediation, investigations, SAR writing, and risk mitigation projects in the banking and financial services sector. My areas of expertise include but are not limited to detecting potential money laundering red flags and KYC certifications and beneficial ownership determinations, conducting name and adverse media screening, attention to detail, excellent oral and written communication; proficiency in Actimize, LexisNexis, Excel, OFAC lists, RDC, and a variety of proprietary software.SkillsAML InvestigationsBSACDD/ EDDOFACUSA PATRIOT ActFinancial CrimeRegulatory ComplianceTransaction MonitoringRisk AssessmentFinancial AnalysisInterpersonal skillsECRR/ Looker3D/WorkflowDatabases, SASKYC RemediationFraudQuality ControlAccount Review Modernization (ARM)SAR FilingCritical thinking/Problem solvingAttention to DetailFraud DetentionExcel (V-LookUp, Pivot Tables)Lexis NexisCLEAR/RefinitivActimizeC-Link/DDIQ/RDCGlobal Link / TranslateNowExperiencePromontory Financial Group (IBM) con-tracted by Aston Carter Denver, COMorgan Stanley Project: AML/ KYC EDD Analyst01/2023 - 11/2023Review alerts generated by Transaction Monitoring System (TMS) as well as case investigation, Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), FinCen 314(a).Conduct thorough AML investigations and perform enhanced due diligence reviews on new and existing customer accounts as per KYC guidelines and regulations.Review applicants, customers, and associated parties for adverse media, PEP associations, and OFAC/Sanctions-related connections using C-LINK, DDIQ, and RDC screening tools.Gather transactional Data and perform analysis on suspicious activities, fraudulent transactions, and patterns of money laundering.Review and translate foreign documents using Global Link & TranslateNow toolsConduct regular reviews and optimization of TMS algorithms and scenarios, ensuring effective detection of suspicious activities and minimizing false positives.Effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance functionality, streamline processes, and address emerging risks with the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders on a timely basis.Prepare and draft detailed Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR), including identification and verification of customer identity, transactional analysis summaries, and negative news findings for high and very high-risk customers & concluding whether or not the customer/account poses significant risks based on the findings during investigation.Assess and apply logical reasoning, and sound decision-making skills and where necessary, escalate findings deemed appropriate for further investigation and analysis.Provide feedback/observations by conducting a quality review of work performed and documented by the investigators and articulating findings clearly and concisely.Promontory Financial Group (IBM) contracted  Conducted Enhance Due Diligence (EDD) case investigations that requiresby Aston Carter Denver, COCoinbase Inc Project: AML / KYC / EDD Analyst11/2021 - 01/2023knowledge of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer(KYC) schemes. Obtained ground-floor knowledge of regulatory expectations as applied to oneof the largest Cryptocurrency exchanges.Supported a leading U.S. regulatory consulting firm to assist with the implementation of BSA program requirements at a worldwide Cryptocurrency Exchange. Developed expertise in new and complex Crypto related entities such asChartered Crypto-banks/Custodians, Crypto ATMs, Tokensale Platforms,Crypto-lenders, Mining, Spinners, Mixers, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT) marketplaces, and emerging regulatory requirements and risks associated. Gained and applied understanding of the rapidly changing OFAC and international sanctions against individuals and countries associated with the Russian invasion of Ukraine, researched associated parties, and individuals to identify risk associated. Utilized the Salesforce case management tool to review applicants and existing customers for acceptable risk, created customer summaries, and presented recommendations. Reviewed applicants, customers, and associated parties for negative news,PEP associations, and sanctions-related connections through internet searches,Refinitiv (World Check), and CLEAR screening tools. Reviewed, assessed, and where necessary, escalated findings deemed appropriate for further investigation and analysis. Worked in collaboration with Customer Support, Risk Management, Engineering, and other operational teams within Coinbase. Applied logic, reasoning, and sound decision-making skills to recommendSAR filings. Prepared detailed financial intelligence reports which included identificationand verification of customer identity CIP information, transactional analysissummaries, and negative news findings utilizing internal and third-party re-search tools for high and very-high-risk customers. Conducted QC of transaction monitoring and analysis (highly complex entities/ownership structure/products), verify beneficial owners and ownership.GoHealth UC Commack, NY AML Compliance Analyst II 09/2016 - 11/2020 Hired, trained, and led a team of six employees with two direct reports; collaborated with the risk management team to assess project outcomes. Informed customers on Regulatory guidelines/Risk assessment Conducted compliance reviews and assessments to ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines, including AML, KYC, and OFAC regulations. Managed work efficiently to meet production goals and project deliverables. Assisted with other responsibilities as needed, such as file assignments, and re-quest for information tracking and routing. Analyzed suspicious account activities Referred by detections and conducted further investigation. Under Governance risk assessment, documented case findings after every Investigation using Regulation Guidelines to ensure that facts substantiate the disposition. Utilized critical thinking skills to analyze business issues, collaborate withstakeholders to resolve problems, and gain consensus to present the bestsolution. Escalated findings deemed appropriate for further review and analysis. Proposed solutions and built teams to solve the number one cause of customer complaints and completed projects ahead of schedule.Used various methodologies for research, such as complex data sources,technical analytical tools/resources, and process knowledge in all lines of business. Utilized regulatory laws, case management tools, financial product systems, and multiple internal applications to monitor, research, and analyze trends.Education and TrainingLong Island University Post Brookville, NYMasters of Science in Public & Health Administration05/2018SUNY Stony Brook University Stony Brook, NYBachelor of Science in Health Science05/2010ReferenceUpon Request