Financial Analyst Internal Controls

Natalya Pikus

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SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST

Analytical accounting and finance professional with 24 years of experience in top financial services corporations. Expertise in financial and internal controls, data analysis, and accounting information systems. Proficient in small-scale Project Management to drive organizational success. Possesses knowledge of Investment & Banking software products, with extensive experience in product processor/system operations. Skilled in upgrading and improving internal controls through automated integration procedures. Demonstrates exceptional competence in communications, supervision, training, staff development, and policy/procedures.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Reconciliation Methodology Cost Reduction Operational Efficiencies Risk Management Control Procedures Data Capture Reporting Accuracy Oracle Databases SQL Queries Microsoft Office High Volume Environments Domestic Operations International Operations Team Leaders KYC/AML Compliance Automation Process Improvement Alternative Investments Internal Controls Risk Management Regulatory Compliance Cross-Functional Collaboration Data Analysis Operational Efficiency Senior Management Issue Resolution PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Citigroup Private Bank - Global Wealth Operations, Jersey City, NJ 12/2021 - 06/2024 Securities & Derivatives Sr Analyst - C12 (AVP) of Alternative Investments Trade Processing Managed operations for Citi’s Private Bank Alternative Investment Business, specializing in Hedge Funds and Private Equity. Ensured seamless trade execution and compliance for high-net-worth clients while collaborating across departments to maintain operational excellence.

● Directed end-to-end processing of Alternative Investments, ensuring quality assurance and onboarding for Private Equity and Hedge Fund subscriptions.

● Served as the primary liaison for Sales, Fund Administration, Product Management, and Operations teams for processing subscriptions, capital calls, and redemptions.

● Initiated booking and reporting of Alternative Investments, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

● Conducted KYC and AML due diligence on subscription documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

● Resolved complex reconciliation issues, including position and cash breaks, collaborating with internal teams to achieve timely resolution.

● Led automation projects to streamline onboarding processes and enhance systemic reporting for Alternative Investments.

● Delivered reporting integrity and data accuracy across all Alternative Investment transactions.

● Partnered with investment fund auditors (including Big 4 firms such as KPMG) to ensure compliance with financial and regulatory standards.

Citigroup Private Bank, Global O&T – ICG Ops, Jersey City, NJ / Long Island City, NY 01/2015 –12/2021 Client Mgmt. Sr Analyst - C12 (AVP) of Americas Client Reporting Data Quality, 2015 –12/2021 Managed and ensured the quality of data reported to internal and external clients, addressing and resolving issues related to account financials, demographics, and referential data.

● Ensured quality of data reported to internal and external clients (via ServiceNow and One Source).

● Investigated, addressed, and resolved issues related to account financials, demographics, referential data, etc.

● Communicated with global partners regarding data quality issues and inquiries.

● Resolved recurring data quality issues.

● Analyzed recurring issues to identify inefficiencies, problem areas, and potential improvements.

● Prepared change requests for the Development team.

● Interfaced with Developers and Business Users to ensure requirements were understood and implemented accurately.

● Participated in UAT and regression testing for system enhancements, processor changes, and new product launches.

● Prepared Global MIS Reports.

● Trained new team members and created new procedures as needed.

● Worked on ad-hoc assignments benefiting departmental initiatives. Natalya Pikus *******.*****@*****.*** Page 2

Citigroup Private Bank, Global O&T – ICG Ops, Jersey City, NJ / Long Island City, NY Senior Analyst (AVP) of Internal Control, 01/2005 - 2015 Led and managed various automation projects, conversions, and system upgrades within the Internal Control Department, ensuring efficient procedures and significant operational improvements.

● Managed special automating projects including scripts, meetings, and testing.

● Coordinated with IT/operational units on the conversion of the Internal Control Department to automated procedures.

● Played a key role in the manual conversion of internal controls to automated processes.

● Aided in the implementation of the new Recon Trade system.

● Initiated controlling procedures for the Recon Trade system and Reconciliation Group, enhancing operational efficiency.

● Orchestrated system procedure efficiency upgrade, resulting in a 50% reduction in headcount and an 80% decrease in open exceptions.

● Successfully launched upgrade procedures for automated reconciliation of 45 internal transaction accounts.

● Participated in UAT and regression testing for system enhancements, processor changes, and new product launches.

● Authored critical MIS Reports.

● Provided critical analysis for quarterly risk and control self-assessments in ICT and Proof Units.

● Led a team in reviewing and managing 10,000 transactions over ten months.

● Supervised and trained Internal Control staff.

ADDITIONAL RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Goldman Sachs & Company (Speer, Leeds and Kellogg prior to acquisition in 2000), New York, NY Financial Analyst for A/R Dept and Operations & Administration Division Oversaw and managed comprehensive financial operations, including receivable reserves, loan accounts, and general ledger reconciliation, ensuring accurate financial reporting and analysis.

● Administered calculation and posting of receivable reserves, weekly A/R schedules, journal entries, and monthly loan statements.

● Managed non-employee customer loan accounts, equipment invoicing, master receivable worksheet, and reconciliation of general ledger to receivable accounts.

● Tracked cash receipts, accounts payable, performed monthly bank reconciliations, conducted statistical reporting and analysis, managed equipment invoicing, and balanced working accounts daily.

● Closed month-end books, conducted balance sheet analysis, and administered general ledger accounts.

● Conducted data research for Disaster Recovery Project. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Accounting and Information Systems CUNY, Queens College Flushing, NY

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Manufacturing Engineering Tashkent State University, Uzbekistan

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

CitiLean Apprentice, January 2019

CitiLean Associate Certification Citi Lean Module: Project Phases and Deliverables, November 2018 Prometheus Women’s Talent Development Program, 2018 TECHNICAL SKILLS

One Source/InView Toad/SQL Editor/Oracle SQL Developer/Open Wealth Trust/Fitek Pershing NetX360 Citi smart/Eclipse TLM Recon Trade Citidirect Microsoft Office JIRA SharePoint SEI

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