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Debanwita Chanda

Debanwita Chanda

Kolkata

Summary

Highly dedicated professional with a robust background in financial crime prevention, risk management, and client support. Currently a FinCrime Analyst at Revolut, excelling in detecting and mitigating money laundering and terrorist financing to ensure top-notch quality and accuracy. Conducts intricate account analysis, performs KYC verification, and enhances investigative tools to bolster financial security. Previously, a Transaction Risk Investigator at Amazon, successfully managing high-risk situations and leading risk management initiatives, resulting in significant reductions in fraud incidents and increased team efficiency. Experience as a Financial Analyst at Wipro further refined skills in transaction management, client support, and process optimization, leading to enhanced operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Proactive approach to fraud detection and risk mitigation, committed to upholding high standards and driving continuous improvement in all investigative processes.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

FinCrime Analyst

Revolut
02.2023 - Current
  • Analyzed business accounts to detect and diagnose money laundering activities
  • Investigated accounts for potential terrorist financing activities
  • Reviewed and assessed complex accounts involving Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)
  • Evaluated accounts with suspicious or unrealistic Know Your Customer (KYC) information
  • Contributed to risk management initiatives
  • Provided valuable input on the improvement of internal tools used in financial crime investigations
  • Maintained a 100% quality standard in all investigative processes.

Transaction Risk Investigator

Amazon
02.2022 - 08.2023
  • Investigated suspicious activities and behaviors
  • Ensured high-quality decisions
  • Took decisive actions to identify and mitigate risks
  • Maintained rigorous confidentiality and high data security standards
  • Communicated effectively with internal stakeholders and financial institutions
  • Led risk and resource management initiatives
  • Participated in risk assessments and interventions
  • Managed and supported business risk mitigation efforts.

Financial Analyst

Wipro
08.2020 - 02.2022
  • Supported financial processes by managing transactions
  • Fielded incoming help requests from clients
  • Documented pertinent end-user information
  • Updated availability status
  • Accessed and maintained internal knowledge bases
  • Provided detailed product support and resolution
  • Delivered exceptional customer service
  • Participated in training and development
  • Ensured compliance and quality assurance.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) -

Gokhale Memorial Girls’ College, University of Calcutta
Kolkata
01.2020

Higher Secondary (Class XII) -

St. Teresa’s Secondary School, ISC (New Delhi)
Kolkata
01.2015

Secondary (Class X) -

St. Teresa’s Secondary School, ICSE (New Delhi)
Kolkata
01.2013

Skills

  • Basics of C
  • Java
  • MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
  • Money Laundering Detection
  • Terrorist Financing Analysis
  • PEP Account Management
  • KYC Verification
  • Risk Management and Mitigation
  • Tool Improvement and Optimization
  • Quality Assurance
  • Transaction Risk Investigation
  • Fraud Detection and Prevention
  • Data Analysis and Research
  • Risk Mitigation and Management
  • Confidentiality and Data Security
  • Effective Communication and Problem-Solving
  • Leadership and Team Collaboration
  • Financial Analysis and Reporting
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Process Optimization
  • Product Knowledge and Troubleshooting
  • Documentation and Tracking
  • Training and Development
  • Critical thinking
  • Deep diving
  • Ownership
  • Root cause analysis
  • Anti-Money Laundering
  • Terrorist-Financing
  • EDD
  • KYC
  • Communication

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Bengali
Advanced (C1)

Country

India

Activities

  • Satyendra Prasanna Mukherjee Annual Memorial Lecture - Attended the lecture organized by Gokhale Memorial Girls’ College, September 2016.
  • Seminar on Lives and Achievements of Great Personalities - Participated in the seminar organized by Gokhale Memorial Girls’ College, November 2017.
  • Workshop on Life in Space (v.1) - Attended the workshop organized by the Indian Astrobiology Research Centre, February 2019.

City

Kolkata

Personal strengths

  • Optimistic
  • Fast learner
  • Problem-solver
  • Adaptable
  • Punctual
  • Disciplined

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 07/17/97

Extracurricular Activities

Fusion Dance Competition - Secured third position in the fusion dance category at the Great TTIS Challenge, 2011. Bharatanatyam Course - Obtained a certificate in the preliminary course of Bharatanatyam from Kalamandalam Performing Arts and Research Centre, Kolkata, July 2012. Voluntary Blood Donation - Donated blood at the Voluntary Blood Donation Camp organized by Gokhale Memorial Girls’ College in association with the State Government Hospital Blood Bank, November 2015. Pujor Shondhey Mato Anondey - Secured first position in the event organized by Dollar Big Boss, 2016. Published Sketch - Sketch work published in “Miscellany,” the annual college magazine of Gokhale Memorial Girls’ College, 2017.

Hobbies and Interests

  • Sketching
  • Listening to music
  • Reading
  • Cooking

Timeline

FinCrime Analyst

Revolut
02.2023 - Current

Transaction Risk Investigator

Amazon
02.2022 - 08.2023

Financial Analyst

Wipro
08.2020 - 02.2022

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) -

Gokhale Memorial Girls’ College, University of Calcutta

Higher Secondary (Class XII) -

St. Teresa’s Secondary School, ISC (New Delhi)

Secondary (Class X) -

St. Teresa’s Secondary School, ICSE (New Delhi)

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