Christopher Ward

Business Analyst

Dallas, Texas, United States4 yrs 3 mos experience

Key Highlights

Reduced investigative backlog by 20-35%
Improved SAR quality with 98% rating
Enhanced due diligence workflows across organizations

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech Compliance Analyst with expertise in AML and investigations.

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Skills

Core Skills

AmlInvestigations

Other Skills

SARKYCDue DiligenceCross-border TransactionsInvestigationEDDFraud InvestigationsRisk AssessmentCrypto InvestigationAnalytical SkillsCryptocurrencyManagementPublic SpeakingSalesCustomer Service

About

Results-driven Senior AML & Compliance Analyst with 9+ years of experience across banking, fintech, and cryptocurrency platforms. Expertise in SAR drafting, high-risk investigations, blockchain tracing, correspondent banking AML, EDD/KYC, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting. Proven success reducing investigative backlog by 20–35%, improving SAR quality, and enhancing due diligence workflows. Strong command of Actimize, Verafin, Mantas, Patriot Officer, LexisNexis, and blockchain monitoring tools. Adept at supporting both traditional financial institutions and digital asset exchanges in preventing financial crime.

Experience

Thunderyard solutions

Senior AML Analyst (SME)

Jan 2024 – May 2025 · 1 yr 4 mos · Dallas, Texas, United States · Remote

Conducted end-to-end investigations on 200+ high-risk cases monthly, identifying structuring, layering, and unusual cross-border activity.
Drafted 15-20 SARs per month with 98% quality rating based on internal QA.
Performed enhanced due diligence on high-risk correspondent banking clients, reducing documentation errors by 30%.
Identified emerging suspicious activity trends, assisting leadership in strengthening monitoring scenarios.
Led onboarding and training for new analysts, reducing ramp-up time by 25%.
Enhanced KYC onboarding workflows, improving completeness of required documentation.
leverages diverse expertise and enhances problem-solving through cross-functional collaboration to ensure AML considerations are integrated effectively across organizations.

SARKYCAMLDue DiligenceCross-border TransactionsInvestigation+1

Deutsche bank

Senior Correspondent Banking AML Analyst

Oct 2022 – Jan 2024 · 1 yr 3 mos · New York City Metropolitan Area · Remote

Performed EDD reviews on Tier 1 and high-risk foreign financial institutions, evaluating AML controls and jurisdictional risk.
Investigated complex cross-border wire activity, identifying TBML, sanctions risks, and shell-company exposure.
Played a key role in relationship exits and escalations, contributing to a 15% reduction in high-risk portfolio exposure.
Improved KYC documentation accuracy by 20% through streamlined review processes.
Provided training materials and mentorship to new hires on correspondent banking AML.
Conducted transaction monitoring and in-depth investigations on high-risk customers using TMS systems.
Initiated Cross-functional collaboration to develop and improved AML process.

EDDAMLKYCCross-border TransactionsFraud InvestigationsInvestigations

Genpact

Crypto Transaction Monitoring Analyst

Aug 2021 – Jul 2022 · 11 mos · Jacksonville, Florida, United States · Remote

Investigated crypto wallet activity, linking transactions to darknet marketplaces, OFAC-listed entities, and high-risk exchanges.
Completed 200+ EDD/KYC reviews for crypto customers in onboarding and refresh cycles.
Reduced crypto case investigation time by 15–20% through workflow improvements and training.
Supported OFAC screening and escalated potentially sanctioned wallet addresses.

Crypto InvestigationKYCEDDAnalytical SkillsAMLInvestigations

Softworld

Senior Transaction Monitoring Analyst

May 2021 – Sep 2021 · 4 mos · Dallas, Texas, United States · Remote

Investigated suspicious activity tied to structuring, fraud, and terrorist financing indicators.
Drafted 10–12 SARs monthly with consistent QA approval.
Supported high-risk customer reviews and contributed to improved case documentation standards.

SARKYCRisk AssessmentInvestigationAMLInvestigations

Jpmorgan chase - main

BSA/AML Analyst

Feb 2019 – May 2021 · 2 yrs 3 mos · Lewisville, Texas, United States · On-site

Completed complex AML investigations on large-volume transactional activity.
Conducted EDD reviews for high-risk customers and provided escalation recommendations.
Collaborated with risk and fraud teams to identify emerging patterns, contributing to AML control enhancements.
Led AML risk assessment efforts supporting ongoing monitoring and remediation.

Capital one

AML Investigator

May 2016 – Jun 2018 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Plano, Texas, United States · On-site

Investigated suspicious account activity including unauthorized transactions and fraud while also identifying suspicious activity patterns related to money laundering and terrorist financing through detailed account and transactional investigations, including source and destination of funds.
Conducted complete end-to-end reviews including source of funds, customer profiling, and network analysis.
Identified structuring and layering patterns, contributing to multiple escalation events.
Collaborated with internal teams to ensure compliance with banking and AML regulations.
Applied comprehensive knowledge of AML laws, regulatory requirements, and red flags to guide investigations and ensure compliance.
Fostered strong working relationships with team members, management, and cross functional departments to enhance case resolution efficiency.