Abhay Kulkarni

Data Analyst

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India7 yrs 8 mos experience

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Key Highlights

4 years of experience in Financial Crime Operations.
Proficient in SQL, Python, R, and BI tools.
Certified AML-KYC Compliance Officer.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Fintech Data Analyst with expertise in AML and KYC compliance.

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Skills

Core Skills

Anti-money LaunderingKycData VisualizationData AnalysisSql

Other Skills

Ad Hoc AnalysisAgile MethodologiesAlteryxAnalytical ReasoningAnalytical SkillsAnalyticsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Attention to DetailBankingBusiness AcumenBusiness AnalysisBusiness AnalyticsBusiness ProcessBusiness RequirementsChatGPT

About

Data Analyst with 4 years of experience in Financial Crime Operations, combining strong analytical skills with domain expertise in AML, KYC, sanctions screening, and transaction monitoring. Proficient in SQL, Python, R, and BI tools such as Tableau and Power BI. Experienced in data analysis, A/B testing, statistical testing, and supporting test case development and UAT during automation projects. Certified AML-KYC Compliance Officer, adaptable to fast-paced, data-driven environments.

Experience

7 yrs 8 mos

Total Experience

1 yr 6 mos

Average Tenure

2 yrs

Current Experience

Csc

Analyst

Jun 2024 – Present · 2 yrs · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

Assisted with Level 2 Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) Reviews: Supported the review process by gathering, analyzing, and documenting high-risk client information to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Developed Team-Level Tableau Dashboards: Created and maintained Tableau dashboards to visualize key performance indicators (KPIs) for both production metrics and team health, enabling more efficient tracking and decision-making for leadership.
Collaborated in Testing of In-House Automated KYC Tool: Assisted in testing an automated Know Your Customer (KYC) tool that integrated an automatic screening alert system with a centralized document management platform, streamlining customer data access, improving compliance workflows, and reducing manual intervention in the verification process.

Python (Programming Language)MySQLSQLMicrosoft Power BIMicrosoft ExcelAnti-Money Laundering+2

Career break

2 roles

Caregiving

Aug 2021 – Jun 2024 · 2 yrs 10 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Took a career break to provide caregiving support to a family member.

Professional development

Apr 2018 – Apr 2021 · 3 yrs · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Focused on completing PGP in Business Analytics and Business Intelligence from the University of Texas, Austin, acquiring advanced skills in data analytics, predictive modeling, SQL, and business intelligence tools.

Exl

Senior Business Analyst

Mar 2021 – Jul 2021 · 4 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

1) Built complex SQLHIVE/ SAS reports to audit roughly 1 billion British pounds of Electricity and Gas usage for over twelve million homes in the United Kingdom.
2) Visual Dashboarding and Reporting using Tableau and Excel.
3) Analysed Cancelled and Re-bill of different categories/ Meter types.
4) Created presentations for stakeholders to communicate the performance of core KPIs on a weekly and monthly basis.
5) Documenting SOPs which helped in faster process stabilisation

Ad Hoc AnalysisSQLObject-Oriented Programming (OOP)RBankingWritten Communication+14

Great learning

Data Science and Business Analytics Moderator

Apr 2020 – Oct 2020 · 6 mos · India · On-site

Grade SQL assignments, and provide personalized feedback after discussion with the faculty.

TeamworkData AnalysisAd Hoc AnalysisSQLGoogle SheetsObject-Oriented Programming (OOP)+18

Mphasis

Sr. Transaction Data Analyst (AML/KYC/Fincrime)

Mar 2017 – Mar 2018 · 1 yr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Monitored daily transactions across multiple payment systems for potential money laundering activity, focusing on customer profiles, transactional behavior, and geographical risk.
Utilized SQL to query large datasets and identify trends that could indicate fraudulent behavior, providing actionable insights to senior analysts.
Assisted in the investigation and preparation of SAR filings and customer due diligence (CDD) reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Closure of Alerts as False Positives / Non-Fraud based on the Authenticity of the Customer(s) Profile and Activity, Historical Information and Interactions, etc.

Data AnalysisAd Hoc AnalysisSQLData ExtractionMySQLTableau+1

Osbindia private limited

Analyst

Jan 2015 – Jun 2016 · 1 yr 5 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Investigated and analyzed alerts generated by the Transaction Monitoring system, identifying potentially suspicious activity within agreed SLAs.
Identified Nature of Business, negative news, adverse media, and sanctions to detect high-risk clients and PEPs (Politically Exposed Persons).
Drafted and raised Suspicious Activity Reports (SAR/STR/UAR) and escalated high-risk and fraudulent accounts to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) for further action.
Monitored transactions of business accounts to ensure compliance with AML/KYC/CTF regulations.