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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Work Preference
Certification
Languages
Websites
Timeline
Hobbies and Interests
Certifications And Recognition
Personal Information
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SIVA KUMAR KALA
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SIVA KUMAR KALA

Hyderabad,TG

Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven AML/KYC Analyst with over 2 + years of experience in customer onboarding, transaction monitoring, due diligence (CDD/EDD), PEP and sanctions screening, and fraud risk management. Skilled in reviewing high-risk profiles, identifying suspicious activity, and ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, including OFAC, BSA, and FATF guidelines. Adept at working in fast-paced environments, such as banking and fintech. Looking to contribute expertise to a dynamic compliance or risk team.

Overview

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2 + Years of Professional Experience in AML /KYC

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Certificate

Work History

Operational Analyst

ARTECH
Hyderabad
05.2025 - Current
  • Performed thorough reviews of KYC analysis to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Conducted risk assessments on international payments and transaction activities.
  • Monitored transactions for potentially fraudulent activity, and escalated findings as necessary.
  • Perform Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) for new and existing clients.
  • Work closely with internal departments such as Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Front Office.
  • Keep up to date with changes in AML regulations, sanctions, and global financial crime trends.
  • Collaborated with internal audit and control teams to strengthen data governance and maintain adherence to compliance policies.
  • Supported end-to-end onboarding workflows by reviewing and flagging incomplete, suspicious, or non-compliant customer reports.

Quality Analyst

WIPRO
Hyderabad
04.2023 - 05.2025
  • Escalated unusual or suspicious activity to compliance officers, preparing detailed SAR (Suspicious Activity Report) documentation when necessary.
  • Maintained and updated client records in line with ongoing KYC refresh cycles, including periodic reviews and trigger event monitoring.
  • Performed due diligence investigations to verify customers' identity, background, and source of funds.
  • Used data tools to extract insights that supported process improvements and planning.
  • Monitored alert disposition, and ensured compliance with AML policies.
  • Validated the accuracy of risk assessments, documentation, and closure rationale.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - B.COM

ANDHRA UNIVERISTY, VISAKHAPATNAM
12-2023

Skills

  • KYC analysis
  • Risk assessment
  • Customer due diligence (CDD)
  • Enhanced due diligence (EDD)
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Data analysis
  • Understanding AML/KYC laws (eg, FATF, OFAC, USA PATRIOT Act)
  • Anti-money laundering (AML)
  • Transactions monitoring
  • Problem solving

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybridRemote

Certification

  • Enhancing Financial inclusion with a risk-based approach (ACAMS)
  • AML / KYC / Customer Due Diligence (National institute of securities markets)
  • Udemy - FATF Recommendations on High Risk Customers and Activities
  • Udemy - AML, KYC, Compliance

Languages

Telugu
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Websites

Timeline

Operational Analyst - ARTECH
05.2025 - Current
Quality Analyst - WIPRO
04.2023 - 05.2025
ANDHRA UNIVERISTY - Bachelor of Commerce, B.COM

Hobbies and Interests

  • Watching TV
  • Playing Carroms
  • Listening Songs

Certifications And Recognition

  • Wipro R&R - Best Performer for the Month Of October 2023
  • Anti Money Laundering - AML, KYC, Compliance - Udemy Course Completion Certificate, Udemy
  • Advanced innovation Group Pro Excellence (AIGPE) : AIGPE LEAN SIX SIGMA WHITE BELT, # ZSSWB121166976

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: Yes
  • Father's Name: KALA GOPALA KRISHNA MURTHY
  • Date of Birth: 12/07/96
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Single

Interest

  • Playing Caroms
  • Watching Movies
  • Listening Songs

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