Akhil Tom

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT AKHIL TOM

Service-minded AML and KYC Compliance Specialist with 3+ years of experience in anti-money laundering, KYC, QC, SDD, EDD, CDD, CIP, PEP, Sanction and OFAC screening, fraud investigations, and documentation in several finance environments. Keen ability to assess ineffective areas of customer service and propose effective solutions to identify white-collar crimes and anti-terrorist financing. Innovative, as evidenced by conceptualizing and designing risk- and fraud-free processes and systems that save hundreds of resource hours for customers as well as internally, often resulting in millions of dollars of increased business. Reliable and competent with an in-depth knowledge of the principles of anti-money laundering. Possesses remarkable communication skills, attention to detail, and a proven track record of improving collections within a portfolio of accounts, negotiating modifications, and workouts. Devised more fraud investigation policies and oversaw their implementation. Looking forward to applying my knowledge to complex compliance issue resolutions to avoid negative regulatory repercussions that could impact a company\'s reputation and bottom-line financial results: Empowering Businesses through knowledge and experience in the evolving Blockchain & Cryptocurrency industries; Confidently, Compliantly, and Securely. Passionate interest and open to discussing opportunities to further ways of developing & improving Compliance, Fraud Detection & Prevention, KYC/AML, Risk Management, Digital Forensics, BSA, Security, and Product Development to drive adoption, growth, and customer satisfaction. Highly dedicated and skilled in Fraud & Financial Crime Investigations spanning many typologies. Experienced in AML/KYC, Sanctions, Transaction Monitoring, Reporting, Preparing, and submitting SARS to FinCen as necessary. Developed the ability to adapt quickly and effectively while improving processes; ultimately staying aligned with the company\'s overarching./: Maintained high internal control standards to assess report accuracy and data integrity. Provided support for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation through the provision and analysis of data; familiar with administering and planning usability tests. Using analytical skills to make correct decisions and supporting this with clear rationale.