Sunny Kumar
Trade Finance Specialist (CCFE & CITF)
Jaipur
Summary
Highly accomplished Senior Manager with over 7 years of progressive experience in end-to-end trade finance operations, compliance, and risk management. Proven ability to streamline processes, ensure stringent regulatory adherence, and facilitate seamless international trade transactions. Expertise includes SWIFT payments, documentary collections, sanctions screening, and meticulous service payment scrutiny. Seeking to leverage comprehensive knowledge in trade finance management to drive organizational growth and efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Senior Manager
Au Small Finance Bank
02.2024 - Current
- Managed end-to-end processing of import bills (direct & advance payments), ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Managed processing of Service Payments (A2) and Collection Bills in imports within TAT.
- Executed documentary collections and processed high-volume SWIFT payments, adhering to international standards and banking regulations.
- Conducted rigorous sanctions screening (FATF, OFAC) and performed service payment scrutiny/authorization, effectively mitigating risks and ensuring compliance
- Resolved foreign bank queries efficiently, fostering strong interbank relationships.
- Performed comprehensive software testing for FCC and OBPM systems as part of the AD1 project, ensuring successful deployment and functionality for trade finance operations.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
Manager
Yes Bank Limited
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Managed import bill processing and executed documentary collections, ensuring strict adherence to trade finance standards
- Conducted comprehensive sanctions screening (FATF, OFAC) and processed high volumes of SWIFT payments, maintaining accuracy and compliance.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Addressed foreign bank queries effectively
- Managed end-to-end processing of Direct, Advance and Service Payments within TAT.
Assistant Manager
HSBC Electronic Data Processing
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Facilitated Open Account Transactions and performed meticulous document scrutiny for import bills
- Approved direct and advance import bills, ensuring compliance with RBI guidelines.
- Conducted AML, KYC, EDD, and World Check matches, performing FATF and OFAC regulatory checks.
- Handled foreign bank queries via SWIFT.
Project Consultant
Ernst & Young
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Worked for EY in the migration project of HSBC from Chennai to Bangalore Office.
- Ensured flawless processing of all the Import transactions during this migration.
- Managed scrutiny and authorization of import bills (direct & advance payments)
- Allocated work among team members and provided guidance.
- Successfully completed the project, leading to an offer and subsequent acceptance of a role at HSBC.
Deputy Manager
ICICI Bank
04.2018 - 12.2020
- Focused on AML and trade-based money laundering prevention, providing training on compliance procedures.
- Performed document scrutiny for outward remittances, import/export payments, and approved various import/service payments.
- Managed transactions related to OFAC and FATF sanctions, conducted second-level scrutiny of high-value transactions.
- Managed Finacle operations, FXONLINE deal booking, and resolved client escalations, ensuring regulatory compliance (FEMA, PMLA, ICC).
Education
POST GRADUATION DIPLOMA IN BANKING
MANIPAL ACADEMY OF HIGHER EDUCATION 04.2001 -
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
BIRLA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY 04.2001 -
Skills
Strategic planning
Talent development
Operations management
Resource allocation
Documentation and reporting
Time management
Certification
Certificate Course in Foreign Exchange By IIBF
Declaration
I hereby declare that all the information provided in this resume is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and belief
Timeline
Senior Manager
Au Small Finance Bank
02.2024 - Current
Manager
Yes Bank Limited
07.2022 - 01.2024
Assistant Manager
HSBC Electronic Data Processing
04.2021 - 07.2022
Project Consultant
Ernst & Young
12.2020 - 03.2021
Deputy Manager
ICICI Bank
04.2018 - 12.2020
POST GRADUATION DIPLOMA IN BANKING
04.2001 -
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
04.2001 -
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