Nikita Mehta
Mumbai
Summary
Experienced Assistant Vice President - Cross-disciplinary Controls Sr. Analyst with a proven track record in risk assessment, Policy Governance, compliance management, and control design. Adept at executing testing and monitoring reviews of business controls, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and driving process improvements. Skilled in fraud detection strategies, data analysis, policy development, and audit management with a strong focus on mitigating risks and enhancing operational efficiency. Demonstrates expertise in complaint resolution techniques, record management systems, and strategic planning to support organisational goals. Committed to maintaining ethical standards while delivering effective solutions in high-pressure environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Vice President - Cross-disciplinary Controls Sr. Analyst
Citigroup Global Markets India Ltd.
09.2012 - Current
- Executed testing and monitoring reviews of business controls for Research.
- Investigated and remediated issues identified in control processes.
- Ensured Research controls complied with established standards through ongoing monitoring.
- Conducted periodic reviews of researched policies to maintain accuracy and relevance.
- Supported internal and external audit management by fulfilling deliverable requests.
- Assessed risks in business decisions, ensuring compliance with laws and ethical standards.
- Reviewed grievance processes for Research, providing guidance and necessary updates.
- Facilitated record management procedures, assisting in the Annual attestation process.
- Developed successful strategies and policies, meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Managed relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating productive negotiations and securing lucrative contracts.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and budget.
Fraud Risk Analyst
ICICI Bank Ltd.
Mumbai
12.2006 - 05.2009
- Managed fraud risk in fast-paced, high-volume environments through extensive problem-solving strategies.
- Monitored online credit card transactions to proactively detect and mitigate fraud risks.
- Reported fraud incidents to regulatory bodies, adhering to RBI guidelines and Cards Association standards.
- Developed and enhanced team MIS using MS Excel for improved data management.
- Identified process improvements by analyzing issues, delays, and quality problems, recommending effective solutions.
- Analyzed data to identify statistical trends, developing queries in SAS and MS Access to minimize fraud risk.
Education
Master in Management Studies - Finance
BES’s Institute of Management Studies and Research
Mumbai01.2011
Bachelor in Electronics Engineering -
Finolex Academy of technology
Mumbai01.2006
Diploma in Industrial Electronics -
Govt. polytechnic
Mumbai01.2003
Secondary School certification -
K.G. High School
Virar01.2000
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Change management
- Effective communication
- Data analysis
- Control design and implementation
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Monitoring and reporting
- Policy writing and development
- Compliance management and audits
- Fraud detection strategies
- Process improvement initiatives
- Strategic planning and execution
- Audit management and control monitoring
- Decision making skills
- Record management systems
- Complaint resolution techniques
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
http://www.inkedin.com/in/nikita-mehta-4b5648391
Accomplishments
- Streamlined workflow by consolidating lengthy processes and redundant documentation that resulted in more effective and timely completion of regulatory requirements
- Enhanced manual processes, implementing across department for increased productivity and profits with use of AI.
- Updated and implemented Research policies for continued company compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Timeline
Assistant Vice President - Cross-disciplinary Controls Sr. Analyst
Citigroup Global Markets India Ltd.
09.2012 - Current
Fraud Risk Analyst
ICICI Bank Ltd.
12.2006 - 05.2009
Master in Management Studies - Finance
BES’s Institute of Management Studies and Research
Bachelor in Electronics Engineering -
Finolex Academy of technology
Diploma in Industrial Electronics -
Govt. polytechnic
Secondary School certification -
K.G. High School