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Maneesha Veerakumar

AML Compliance Analyst - (Singapore Permanent Resident)
Singapore,Yishun

Summary

Astute and meticulous AML Compliance Analyst with a robust command of financial crime prevention, specializing in high-stakes transaction monitoring, complex investigations, and regulatory adherence. Adept at crafting Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs), executing rigorous KYC/CDD reviews, and orchestrating sanctions and PEP screenings with precision. Proven track record in optimizing detection frameworks, mitigating fraud risk, and spearheading Proof of Concept (PoC) initiatives for advanced AML/CFT solutions. Collaborates seamlessly with cross-functional teams to elevate compliance infrastructure. A strategic thinker with an unwavering commitment to regulatory excellence and operational integrity in safeguarding institutions from financial and reputational risk.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

AML Compliance Analyst

M-DAQ Payment Solutions Pte. Ltd
02.2023 - Current
  • Monitored and analyzed daily client transactions using fraud detection tools and internal systems to identify irregular activities, contributing to AML compliance and fraud prevention objectives.
  • Investigated suspicious transactions, prepared case summaries, and supported the escalation process including the drafting of Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) for submission to regulators.
  • Conducted end-to-end due diligence for new account onboarding, ensuring completeness, accuracy, and compliance with internal AML/KYC policies and MAS/local regulatory frameworks.
  • Screened inbound and outbound payments against sanctions lists (OFAC, UN, EU) and PEP databases; resolved alerts through investigation and appropriate escalation.
  • Led or supported ad-hoc system infrastructure reviews and participated in refining transaction monitoring rules to improve efficiency and reduce false positives.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams (Compliance, Risk, Operations) to enhance case handling procedures, drive process improvements, and implement regulatory changes.
  • Participated in evaluating and testing AML solutions during Proof of Concept (PoC) engagements, working with external vendors to assess technology fit and ensure compliance effectiveness.
  • Advised internal business units on compliance implications of new products or services and assisted in updating AML/CFT policies and procedures to ensure ongoing regulatory alignment.

AML Associate

Shopee Malaysia
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Investigate customers' transactions and activities throughout customer journey.
  • Detect fraudulent activities on e-commerce transactions based on data and fraud pattern.
  • Respond to customer inquiries on fraud measures taken on buyers & sellers' fraud.
  • Engaged in forming the namescreening team, starting from training the new hires, segregating task for the agents as well as being the person in charge to monitor the agents.
  • Assisted in reviewing know-your-customer (KYC) profiles and related segregated for the agents.
  • Experienced in guiding the agents to perform their namescreening and KYC task in daily basis.
  • Assisted in structuring the QA score card for the namescreening department.
  • One of the Person in Charge for E-BELIA Project in Shopee.
  • Received Top Contributor Award from the AML Lead.
  • Attended 12th International Conference on Financial Crime and Terrorism Financing 2022.

Compliance AML Execution Specialist

Citibank Malaysia
09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Assisting on investigations and research on potential suspicious clients using various internal systems and databases.
  • Document and report the investigation findings and prepare case files with the required supporting documentation.
  • Work with AML team to summarize in writing clear and concise findings of the investigation.
  • Advise senior management on the next steps and provide recommendations on the next course of action.
  • Assist AML team with managing risks by analysing the root cause of issues and impact to business.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

UCSI University
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
01.2021 - 09.2022

BACHELOR IN FINANCE & INVESTMENT -

UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
03.2017 - 03.2020

Skills

  • Fraud detection expertise
  • Transaction Monitoring
  • Risk Assessment
  • AML/KYC Compliance
  • Regulatory Reporting
  • Transaction monitoring
  • Suspicious activity reporting
  • Customer due diligence
  • Sanctions screening
  • Adherence to financial regulations
  • Effective team leadership

Timeline

AML Compliance Analyst

M-DAQ Payment Solutions Pte. Ltd
02.2023 - Current

AML Associate

Shopee Malaysia
08.2021 - 09.2022

MBA - Business Administration

UCSI University
01.2021 - 09.2022

Compliance AML Execution Specialist

Citibank Malaysia
09.2020 - 03.2021

BACHELOR IN FINANCE & INVESTMENT -

UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
03.2017 - 03.2020

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