Jose Serrano Quintanilla
Los Angeles
Summary
Bilingual AML professional fluent in Spanish and English, with expertise in retail and corporate banking. Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of AML compliance and a proven track record in identifying and remediating suspicious activities. Possesses strong investigative and problem-solving skills, complemented by proficiency in online research and analytical assessments. Communicates effectively with management and peers, ensuring clarity in all interactions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior AML Analyst
SQ Consulting Inc
Los Angeles
09.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough analysis of suspicious transactions and activity patterns to mitigate risks.
- Maintained customer profiles database for continuous screening against watch lists.
- Performed data analysis using Excel, Access, and SQL to identify anomalies.
- Reviewed existing customer accounts periodically to detect suspicious activities.
- Analyzed due diligence documents to ensure compliance with AML regulations.
- Identified potential money laundering risks through detailed customer information analysis.
AML/KYC Analyst
Team Adhoc
Los Angeles
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Monitored and analyzed transactions from monitoring system, completing investigations on individual and corporate accounts.
- Conducted preliminary CDD/EDD reviews by gathering documentation and assessing transaction activity.
- Cleared significant backlog of alerts, escalating cases for further review or SAR filing as necessary.
Senior AML Analyst
Robert Half Management Resources
Los Angeles
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Conducted thorough investigations and monitoring of OFAC hits and transaction alerts.
- Executed preliminary CDD/EDD reviews, gathering documentation and assessing transaction risks.
- Participated in focused MSB reviews, analyzing corporate documents and escalating suspicious activities.
- Drafted and submitted SARs to FinCen as necessary.
Senior BSA/Senior AML Analyst
Team Adhoc
Los Angeles
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Ensured compliance with anti-money laundering principles for correspondent banking.
- Evaluated quality of Correspondent Banking clients' anti-money laundering programs using a risk-based approach.
- Completed enhanced due diligence reviews on high-risk financial crime activities.
- Monitored and analyzed transactions from the transaction monitoring system, conducting account investigations using internal and external resources.
- Cleared significant backlog of alerts and escalated cases for further review or suspicious activity reporting.
- Conducted quality control on customer due diligence/enhanced due diligence files within 30 days post onboarding.
Senior AML Analyst
Volt Workforce Solutions
Los Angeles
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Monitored and analyzed transactions from transaction monitoring system, conducting investigations on individual and corporate accounts.
- Drafted and submitted SARs to FinCEN as warranted during comprehensive transaction reviews.
- Conducted 90-day investigations on accounts with prior filings, ensuring thorough examination.
- Reviewed QARs from retail branches or fraud department, investigating reported activities and submitting SARs when necessary.
Senior EDD Analyst
Kforce
Los Angeles
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Investigated and resolved potential OFAC hits and transaction monitoring alerts involving customers and related entities.
- Completed CDD/EDD reviews, gathering documentation, reviewing transactions, and scoring customer risk.
- Cleared significant backlog of alerts and escalated cases for further review or SAR filing.
- Conducted targeted MSB reviews, analyzing corporate documentation and escalating suspicious activity.
Lead AML Analyst
Robert Half Management Resources
Los Angeles
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Led team of consultants in CDD/EDD initiatives, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Investigated and cleared over 3,000 potential OFAC hits and transaction alerts.
- Conducted quality control on CDD/EDD files, achieving compliance within 30 days of onboarding.
- Provided detailed feedback to analysts for file improvement based on quality control findings.
- Trained employees on investigative techniques to enhance policy adherence and effectiveness.
AML Analyst
Citigroup Inc
Century City
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Executed EDD on high-risk and PEP clients to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Monitored account activity, submitting SARs for customers exceeding financial thresholds.
- Conducted quality assurance on investigations completed by analyst team.
- Evaluated compliance of analyst work while providing feedback for KYC remediation efforts.
- Executed transaction lookbacks and AML gap assessments to enhance compliance monitoring.
- Managed KYC file remediation projects and customer identification programs efficiently.
- Facilitated AML training sessions, reinforcing regulatory standards across teams.
- Reviewed and prepared AARs to support ongoing compliance efforts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miguel Contreras Learning Complex
Los Angeles, CA06-2007
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Transaction monitoring and risk assessment
- Data analysis and regulatory compliance
- Customer due diligence
- Suspicious activity reporting
- Quality control
Timeline
Senior AML Analyst
SQ Consulting Inc
09.2024 - Current
AML/KYC Analyst
Team Adhoc
01.2023 - 08.2024
Senior AML Analyst
Robert Half Management Resources
08.2019 - 12.2022
Senior BSA/Senior AML Analyst
Team Adhoc
01.2018 - 08.2019
Senior AML Analyst
Volt Workforce Solutions
03.2017 - 09.2017
Senior EDD Analyst
Kforce
10.2016 - 02.2017
Lead AML Analyst
Robert Half Management Resources
05.2015 - 05.2016
AML Analyst
Citigroup Inc
08.2013 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Miguel Contreras Learning Complex
Associate of Arts - Business Management
Los Angeles City College
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