Business Analyst Data Analytics

Alexander William Kopaska

SUMMARY

Data analytics professional, with 13+ years of experience in the banking industry with a strong Anti-Money Laundering (AML) background focused on management information systems (MIS) reporting. Developed streamlined workflows and reporting processes related to suspicious activity monitoring and customer due diligence modules. Experience in rule tuning and optimization, metrics reporting, and Risk Management surrounding multiple applications. Successfully completed multiple regulatory examinations and remediation look back projects, designed to address deficiencies in AML application software; while managing control enhancement implementation into core systems.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Matrix International Financial Services

06/2018 – Present

Senior Consultant - Business Analyst

IBM Safer Payments transaction attribute mapping, Compliance Rule building, and administrative updates such as calendars, workflows, and permissions.

Conduct Data Validations on ETL and source systems.

Assist clients with daily ad hoc tasks related to the core environment.

Implement Threshold and rule changes for out of the box and customized rules.

Generate reports and dashboards to assist client management teams to understand client data within the case management system.

Create and manage Suspicious Activity Monitoring functional specifications and business requirement documents.

Communicate requests between back-office developers and the business teams to ensure understanding of relevant tasks.

Enhance and streamline client processes and procedures to allow end users to have improved experience with the client management system.

Manage JIRA tickets to ensure timely completion of tasks/issues.

Actimize SAM, CDD, KYC, WLF

Create and manage Permissions, Workflows and SAR/CTR forms within the core risk monitoring systems.

The Bancorp Bank, Inc.

07/2015 – 06/2018

AVP, MIS Reporting Analyst

Implement and manage monthly reporting to the BSA Committee and Board of Directors.

Partner with Operations Managers to understand day-to-day reporting business requirements and design/implement reporting solutions to meet those requirements by building a suite of applications within the enterprises business analytics tool for various business lines to streamline operations.

Assist with improvements to the AML Operations MIS/Reporting process.

Maintain metrics reporting history and escalate significant risks and issues in a timely manner. Follow through to ensure resolutions and action plans are created and implemented.

Prepare daily reports on all departments’ analyst production and current alert/case inventory.

Prioritized and delivered ad hoc data requirements as applicable.

Assist with the implementation of core BSA/AML system; Actimize, while testing and tuning out of the box and customized rules to fit business requirements.

Work closely with Information Technology on tuning Actimize AML/CDD/SAM modules and conduct statistical analysis of data to perform system optimization.

Develop workflow processes and document analytical methodologies used in the execution of data analysis projects.

GTE Federal Credit Union

06/2010 – 07/2015

Senior Member Resolution Analyst & ACH/WIRE Representative

Performed charge off processes on loan, credit card and share accounts.

Researched high-risk accounts for unusual transactional activity or negative history of potential charge off or disputes.

Reconciled General Ledgers to report to management.

Developed procedures to properly define and monitor internal processes.

Provided mentoring and training to new/junior level staff on proper execution of departmental duties and functions.

Processed invoices on billing disputes

Responsible for annual processing and review of tax form reporting to the Internal Revenue Service for the department.

Performed OFAC/Sanctions screenings, utilizing the “Watchdog” software on all incoming and outgoing domestic and international wire transfers.

Researched accounts and placed stop payments, analyzed any rejected items, and corrected payment errors that were posted to member accounts.

KYC, EDD, and Negative News review for clients at account opening.

AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS or CERTIFICATIONS

Contributed to the removal of a major investment banks Consent Order from the FDIC.

TECHNICAL SKILLS OR CORE COMPETENCIES

Metrics reporting to Committee and Board members.

Project Management and Program Implementation Experience

Works well independently and in a group

Strong ability to motivate and develop staff and leaders.

AML/CDD/SAM module implementation and development

Business Analytics tool proficient (Power BI, Quickbase, Qlik Sense)

Enterprise Risk Assessment capability

Oracle SQL

Microsoft Visual Basic

AML, BSA, OFAC, KYC, and SOX Compliance Experience

Process and Control development, improvement, and implementation

Excellent Communication and Presentation skills

Strong Leadership and Results Driven Performer

Policy and Procedure Development

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Visio

EDUCATION

University of South Florida

Graduated May 2012

Bachelor of Science - Finance

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