MaryJean Gasbarrini

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Cheektowaga, New York 14225 adrwr6@r.postjobfree.com PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Self motivated Anti-Money Laundering Analyst with extensive financial investigations experience and knowledge of the U.S.A. Patriot Act seeks to combine strong communication & technical writing ability to make a valuable impact

Core Qualifications

● Extensive knowledge of the Patriot Act, AML/BSA and KYC (Know Your Customer) processes and regulations

● Highly skilled in extracting data from relational databases including state and Federal websites

● Selected to handle confidential financial & personal records

● Excellent professional/technical writing ability

● Ability to comprehend legal documents as well as preparing confidential compensation contracts

● Outstanding interpersonal skills; Interacts effectively with all levels of Management

● High success rate with problem resolution

● Adept with project management and process implementation

● Extensive experience with developing and documenting procedures

● Effective in educating and mentoring others

● Rapidly Adapts to new technologies and is proficient in all Microsoft Office programs PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Guidehouse - Fully Remote (McLean, Virginia)

AML Case Investigator January 2022 to Current

Conducts extensive, detailed customer account reviews to identify patterns and trends consistent with money laundering and terrorist financing within the Retail, Business, and Commercial lines of business.

● Demonstrates knowledge of money laundering typologies to recognize unusual/suspicious activity

● Prepares company narratives, and SAR filings in accordance to bank procedures and regulatory guidelines

● Effectively maintains customer and case files, records, and related documentation with confidentiality and integrity

● Promptly notifies managers and AML/BSA, and OFAC Officers of any instances of non-compliance with the AML, BSA and OFAC regulations

● Adheres to the performance metrics provided by bank management and continues education to stay current with BSA regulatory expectations

● Prepares information for regulatory examiners, auditors, compliance or other BSA reviews Northwest Bank – Williamsville, New York

BSA SAM Investigator October 2017 to January 2022

Conducted preliminary reviews of potentially suspicious activity generated by the company’s automated monitoring and alert system within all lines of business.. Researched and provided documentation from internal and external sources supporting my determinations

Made determinations of investigated activity.

Provided detailed written narratives explaining determination of the investigation and provided recommendations based on my analysys.

Maintained customer and case files, records, and related documentation with confidentiality and integrity

Assisted with training of new employees.

Acted as a float for special projects when needed

M&T Bank – Buffalo, New York

FIU (Financial Investigations Unit) November 2015 to October 2017 AML/BSA Compliance Analyst

Banking Officer

Applied internal policies and control procedures with a knowledge and understanding of laws and regulations.

Detected, Monitored, and analyzed customer activity in order to ensure the bank was not doing business with persons involved in money laundering, terrorist financing, trafficking, or with prohibited persons or entities designated by OFAC and other law enforcement agencies Exercised independent judgment, discretion and decision-making abilities regarding reporting suspicious account activity, and conducted written recommendations. Attended daily SAR committee evaluation meetings to determine if recommendations were warranted Responsible for performing tasks compliant with applicable laws and regulations. Made recommendations to improve policies and procedures to maximize departmental resources Established and maintained relationships with external contacts including members of various law enforcement agencies.

M&T Bank – Buffalo, New York

FDD (Further Due Diligence) February 2015 to November 2015 AML/BSA Compliance Analyst

Banking Officer

Researched and validated information provided by the customer to ensure adherence to state and federal regulatory compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act, United States of America Patriot Act and OFAC. Detected, analyzed, and reported suspicious customer account activity in regards to terrorist financing, trafficking, and money laundering.

Prepared written narratives to expound on the customer and the customer’s relationship with the bank. Made recommendations to improve policies and procedures to maximize departmental resources M&T Bank – Buffalo, New York

CDD Analyst (Customer Due Diligence) August 2013 to February 2015 Banking Officer

Researched and evaluated confidential customer documents, including contracts, tax and financials, business entity status, and organizational material for Retail, Commercial, Not-for Profit, Securities, and Business Banking. Prepared documents for other business lines and provided researched documents to the lines to remediate current bank customer profiles. Contacted customers to obtain missing confidential documents or personal information.

M&T Securities – Buffalo, New York

Commissions Analyst January 2006 to August 2013

Banking Officer (Promoted 2009)

Prepared confidential compensation contracts for securities employees. Ensured employees were correctly paid commissions based on company payout structures. Provided on-site training while acting as mentor and established and documented departmental procedures. Liaised between fund companies and the broker-dealer. Maintained employee compliance and licensing database. Assisted with broker acquisitions and with testing and launching of new systems. Provided support to all back office and sales force personnel including high level management. Researched and resolved all commission issues, including missing or unpaid revenue, rate adjustments, product eligibility, and crediting errors. Reconciled daily reports, sales representatives, and branch goals. Supported internal/external audit to ensure bank's compliance.

EDUCATION

Medaille College - Buffalo, NY

Master in Business Management Graduated Magna cum Laude 2008 Concentration in Human Resources and Leadership

High emphasis on presentation and public speaking

Thesis: How to Build a Business Model

Medaille Accel, Williamsville, NY

Bachelors in Science and Business Management Graduated: Magna cum Laude 2004

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