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Vimukthi Hettiarachchi

Tallinn

Summary

Dynamic financial crime investigation leader with extensive experience at Monese and HSBC, specializing in fraud detection and AML compliance. Successfully led a team of 16, achieving significant improvements in compliance processes and investigative accuracy. Core competencies include analytical problem-solving and team development, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency. Committed to advancing expertise in risk management to foster a secure financial environment.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Crime Team Lead

Monese
Tallinn
06.2024 - Current
  • Leading and managing a team of 16 members and responsible for financial crime investigations and risk mitigation
  • Developing strategies to improve fraud detection and compliance processes
  • Ensuring adherence to AML regulations and company policies
  • Working closely with BI team with internal rules for AML framework
  • Involve in new hire processers and Trainings
  • Handling RFI processers and DPA requests

Financial Crime Specialist

Monese
Tallinn
12.2022 - 06.2024
  • Conducted complex investigations on financial fraud, money laundering, and other financial crimes
  • Assisted in the enhancement of risk assessment frameworks and transaction monitoring systems
  • Provided training and mentorship to junior analysts on investigative techniques

Financial Crime Investigator

Monese
Tallinn
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Investigated suspicious transactions and reported findings to regulatory authorities
  • Collaborated with internal stakeholders to strengthen fraud prevention measures

Risk and Compliance Executive

Abans Finance PLC
Colombo
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Managed compliance programs and ensured adherence to financial regulations
  • Conducted risk assessments and developed mitigation plans
  • Provided regulatory reporting and liaised with authorities on compliance matters

Financial Crime Quality Assurance Specialist

HSBC
Sri Lanka
09.2015 - 10.2019
  • Performed quality assurance reviews on AML investigations and financial crime risk processes
  • Ensured compliance with global regulatory standards and HSBC policies
  • Provided feedback and training to improve investigative accuracy

Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

HSBC
Sri Lanka
05.2014 - 09.2015
  • Conducted AML investigations and name screening to identify suspicious activities
  • Analyzed transactional data to detect and report potential money laundering activities
  • Assisted in regulatory audits and compliance reviews

Education

Advance Transaction Monitoring Certificate -

Sumsub
08.2024

Banking Training, Compliance, and Risk Management -

Bank Of Ceylon
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.2013

Skills

  • Financial Crime Investigation
  • Risk Assessment
  • Anti-Money Laundering (AML)
  • Compliance
  • Fraud Prevention
  • Fraud Detection
  • Regulatory Reporting
  • Audits
  • Team Leadership
  • Training
  • Transaction Monitoring
  • Name Screening
  • Analytical Skills
  • Problem-solving skills
  • SAR writing
  • SAR reporting

Languages

English, Fluent

Timeline

Financial Crime Team Lead

Monese
06.2024 - Current

Financial Crime Specialist

Monese
12.2022 - 06.2024

Financial Crime Investigator

Monese
06.2022 - 12.2022

Risk and Compliance Executive

Abans Finance PLC
10.2020 - 10.2021

Financial Crime Quality Assurance Specialist

HSBC
09.2015 - 10.2019

Anti-Money Laundering Analyst

HSBC
05.2014 - 09.2015

Advance Transaction Monitoring Certificate -

Sumsub

Banking Training, Compliance, and Risk Management -

Bank Of Ceylon
Vimukthi Hettiarachchi