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Sushma Rawat

Banking Operations Manager
West Delhi

Summary

Dynamic Operations Manager with extensive experience at IDFC FIRST Bank, excelling in KYC/AML compliance and customer service. Proven track record in enhancing process controls and reducing operational risks. Skilled in Core Banking Systems and adept at stakeholder coordination, driving efficiency and ensuring timely resolution of escalations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

OPERATION MANAGER- BANKING

IDFCFIRST BANK LTD
12.2019 - 08.2021

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day backend banking operations including account maintenance, transaction processing, and service requests.
  • Ensure accurate KYC/AML verification and compliance with RBI and internal banking policies.
  • Process and validate account opening, modifications, and closures with complete documentation.
  • Handle GRN/MRN-like operational controls applicable to banking workflows such as reconciliations and approvals.
  • Prepare and maintain MIS, operational reports, and exception logs.
  • Coordinate with front-end branch teams, compliance, and audit teams to resolve discrepancies.
  • Support internal and external audits, closure of audit observations, and process improvements.
  • Monitor TATs and SLAs to ensure timely completion of backend activities.
  • Handle customer service escalations related to backend processing and ensure proper closure.
  • Identify process gaps and assist in SOP creation and process standardization.
  • Ensure data accuracy in Core Banking Systems (CBS) such as Finacle, T24, or Flexcube.

Deputy Manager

Axis Bank
09.2016 - 11.2019

Backend & Core Banking Operations Account Opening & Documentation Audit, Compliance & Risk Control Customer Service & Escalation Management MIS & Reporting Team & Stakeholder Coordination

  • Managed end-to-end backend operations including account maintenance, transaction processing, and service request execution.
  • Ensured accurate processing within Core Banking Systems (CBS) in compliance with internal SOPs.
  • Monitored TATs and SLAs for backend activities to ensure timely delivery.
  • Oversaw account opening processes, ensuring complete KYC/AML documentation and adherence to RBI norms.
  • Conducted detailed scrutiny of account opening forms to minimize rejections and improve approval turnaround time.
  • Coordinated with centralized teams to resolve documentation gaps.
  • Actively supported internal, concurrent, and external audits by providing required data and explanations.
  • Ensured closure of audit observations through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
  • Implemented process controls to reduce operational risk and repeat errors.
  • Handled backend-related customer escalations, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders.
  • Tracked service requests raised through multiple channels and ensured proper closure.
  • Provided periodic updates to branch management on escalation trends and resolutions.
  • Prepared and reviewed daily, weekly, and monthly MIS related to backend operations and compliance.
  • Analyzed operational data to identify improvement areas and process inefficiencies.
  • Coordinated with branch staff, centralized operations, compliance, and audit teams to ensure smooth workflow.
  • Supported training and process guidance for junior staff on backend operations and compliance requirements.

Education

MBA - Finance

UTTRAKHAND TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Dehradun, India
04.2001 -

B.COM - Accounting And Finance

MJPRU Rohilkhand University
Bareilly, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Core Banking & Backend Operations

Accomplishments

* Promoted from Assistant Manager to Deputy Manager in span of two years.

Certification

• Cleared NISM certification

Timeline

OPERATION MANAGER- BANKING

IDFCFIRST BANK LTD
12.2019 - 08.2021

• Cleared IRDA certification

06-2017

Deputy Manager

Axis Bank
09.2016 - 11.2019

• Cleared NISM certification

09-2016

MBA - Finance

UTTRAKHAND TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
04.2001 -

B.COM - Accounting And Finance

MJPRU Rohilkhand University
04.2001 -
Sushma RawatBanking Operations Manager