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Efe Agbonaye - AML Analyst

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Location: Conyers, Georgia, USA

Relocation: Yes

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Efe Agbonaye AML Analyst Conyers, GA | +1 (470) 445- 4383 | [email protected] Professional Summary: Detail-oriented AML Analyst with 7+ years of experience in anti-money laundering compliance, transaction monitoring, and financial crime investigations across banking and financial services sectors. Skilled in KYC, EDD, SAR drafting, sanctions screening, and fraud detection in alignment with BSA/AML, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, and FATF guidelines. Adept at identifying suspicious activity, mitigating risk, and collaborating with compliance teams to ensure regulatory adherence. Certifications: Google IT Support Professional Certificate Coursera / Google Microsoft certified data analyst Core Competencies: AML & Financial Crime Compliance (BSA/AML, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, FATF) KYC, CDD & Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) Transaction Monitoring & Case Investigation Sanctions, PEP & Adverse Media Screening Fraud Detection & Risk Assessment SAR Preparation & Regulatory Reporting AML Systems: Actimize, Mantas, NICE, Fircosoft, World-Check Data Analysis & Documentation Cross-functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Communication Professional Experience: Citi Group| May 2024- Present AML Analyst Conduct daily transaction monitoring and investigate alerts for potential money laundering, terrorist financing, and fraud activities. Perform KYC/CDD/EDD reviews for high-risk clients, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards. Screen customers against sanctions lists (OFAC, UN, EU) and politically exposed persons (PEP) databases. Analyze adverse media reports to identify potential reputational risks. Draft and file Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) within regulatory timelines. Collaborate with law enforcement and compliance officers on escalated investigations. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of AML trends, typologies, and regulatory changes. PNC Bank| Atlanta, GA | May 2022- Apr 2024 AML KYC Business Analyst Analyzed financial transactions including deposits, securities trades, and loans to detect suspicious activities and escalated high-risk cases. Drafted and submitted SARs in accordance with BSA/AML timelines and standards. Led Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) efforts, identifying red flags through comprehensive background checks. Conducted QC checks on escalated cases to ensure proper documentation and compliance adherence. Monitored regulatory updates and adjusted internal processes to maintain compliance. Collaborated with fraud, compliance, and law enforcement teams on complex investigations. Supported internal audits by identifying and remediating compliance gaps. Walmart Corporate Money Center | Bentonville, AR | Oct 2017-Apr 2022 Transaction Review Specialist Monitored and investigated transaction alerts for potential fraud, escalating cases per policy. Performed QC reviews to ensure transaction accuracy and regulatory compliance. Worked with fraud prevention, compliance, and operations teams to refine monitoring processes and develop enhanced detection rules. Reviewed customer accounts for AML compliance and collaborated on mitigation strategies. Educations: Associate in information technology| Southern New Hampshire University |Manchester, NH |USA Keywords: information technology Arkansas Georgia New Hampshire