Vinay Jethwa
Summary
Experienced Senior AML/KYC Analyst with 5.5+ years of expertise in anti-money laundering, regulatory compliance, and customer due diligence. Proficient in conducting thorough investigations, performing enhanced due diligence, and ensuring strict adherence to AML/KYC policies and procedures. Collaborative approach in working with cross-functional teams, adeptly addressing complex client queries, and leveraging advanced analytical tools to effectively mitigate financial crime risks.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8060
8060
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialist (Global AML/KYC)
SS&C
01.2025 - Current
- The process is all about KYC Due Diligence, Anti Money Laundering & Compliance, Sanction Management, PEP(Political Exposed Person), Individual and teamwork.
- Onboarding and Periodic Review based on the evaluated risk ( Low, Medium, and High)
- Research and Identify nature of business - CIP Classification for US, UK,EMEA,APAC i.e. all international clients.
- CIP Classifications - Private Operating Company, Public Operating Co., Government Agency, Trust, Individual, Joint Individual, Foundation, Charity, Pension Plan (ERISA or Non-ERISA Plan) Sovereign Wealth Fund, Private Fund, Special Purpose Vehicle, Personal Investment Company, Registered & Unregistered Investment Advisor & Broker and Commercial Bank
- Adhere to CIP classification requirements, including Entity legal name, authorized signatory ,authorized fiduciary, asset contributor, registered & principal address, beneficial owner , directors, chairman, proxy beneficial owner, corporate officer, controller, Wolfsberg Questionnaire (for banks), government identification, Foreign Bank certificate and relevant certifications.
- Research is performed using Bloomberg, Dun & Bradstreet, World Check, Banker's Almanac, Lexis Nexis, Client's website, Company Registry/Regulator, Annual Report, Stock Exchange Website. Perform Gap analysis for AML Rep/Program Letter with client official documents.
- Conducting World Check Screening during client onboarding and Periodic reviews to identify PEPs (Politically Exposed Persons), Sanction Countries, money laundering, and other suspicious activities.
- Evaluate and discount screening hits of Individuals and entities using available information.
- Performing QC for end to end KYC functions for CDD & EDD clients, for applying appropriate global requirements as per policy regulations.
Senior Financial Analyst (Global AML/KYC)
Eclerx Services Limited
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Execute AML/KYC verification procedures including Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), and Customer Identification Program (CIP) on various clients.
- Research to determine the nature of business for CIP classification like Private Operating Company, Public Operating Co., Government Agency, Trust, Individual, Joint Individual, Special Purpose Vehicle, Personal Investment Company, Registered & Unregistered Investment Advisor & Broker and Commercial Bank
- Conduct World Check Screening during client onboarding and Periodic reviews to detect PEPs (Politically Exposed Persons).
- Gather and validate client information from various sources including client website, county regulatory authorities, country company registry, Company Annual Report, Bloomberg, Dun & Bradstreet, LEI, Bankers Almanac, and LexisNexis.
Senior Finance Executive (AML/KYC)
Sundaram Business Services Pvt. Ltd.
01.2022 - 06.2023
- End-to-end AML/KYC processes for various client types: Corporate Clients, Regulated Trusts, Unregulated Trusts, Private operating companies, Public operating Companies, Foreign Companies, Individuals, and Joint Individuals.
- Conduct ongoing World check screening to detect suspicious activities like PEPs and Money Laundering during client onboarding.
- Executed AML/KYC verification procedures including Customer Due Diligence (CDD), Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD), and Customer Identification Program (CIP) for various client,
Financial Analyst (Return to Trust)
State Street Syntel Services Pvt. Ltd.
08.2019 - 12.2021
- Performs weekly and monthly reconciliations along with recon various reporting activities, which need to be sent to the client.
- Ensure funds are returned back to the trust on a weekly and monthly basis as defined by the client's requirements.
- Checking accounting transactions of the individual participant and making a ledger entry on the system.
Education
Master of Management Studies - Finance
Mumbai University
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
Mumbai University
HSC - Commerce
Maharashtra State Board
SSC -
Maharashtra State Board
Skills
Communication
Team handling
Virtual Presentation
Certification
MHCIT
Internship
- Organization: Stock Holding Corporation Of India Ltd. (2 Months)
- Business: Financial Consultancy
- Project Title: Mutual Fund, Insurance , Bond, and Demat & Trading Account
Timeline
Specialist (Global AML/KYC)
SS&C
01.2025 - Current
Senior Financial Analyst (Global AML/KYC)
Eclerx Services Limited
07.2023 - 12.2024
Senior Finance Executive (AML/KYC)
Sundaram Business Services Pvt. Ltd.
01.2022 - 06.2023
Financial Analyst (Return to Trust)
State Street Syntel Services Pvt. Ltd.
08.2019 - 12.2021
MHCIT
Master of Management Studies - Finance
Mumbai University
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
Mumbai University
HSC - Commerce
Maharashtra State Board
SSC -
Maharashtra State Board