Katarzyna Gontarz
Warsaw
Summary
Experienced AML Analyst with over 6 years experience in AML.
Excellent reputation of resolving problems and improving
customer satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Compliance AML Execution Expert Analyst – FIU
Citibank
06.2023 - Current
- Investigating and do research on potentially suspicious clients using various internal and external systems and databases
- Providing mentorship and training to junior AML analysts, sharing expertise in AML best practices, investigate techniques and regulatory expectations
- Acting as Senior Matter Expert support Team Leader with recommendations on the next course of action in relation to AML processes and procedures
- Taking ownership of AML projects, working autonomously to design, implement, and manage end-to-end initiatives. This includes developing strategies, executing plans, and ensuring timely completion of project goals
- Collaborating with various departments, including program solutions, risk management, and technology to implement AML solutions, enhance processes, and mitigate emerging risks
- Leveraged Excel functions for streamlined data evaluation and presentation,.
- Participated actively in professional trainings to maintain updated knowledge of analytics tools,.
Compliance AML Execution Senior Analyst
FIU (Financial Intelligence Unit), Citibank
Warsaw
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Conducting investigations and researching on potentially
suspicious clients using various internal and external
systems and databases - Documenting and reporting the review/investigation
findings and preparing case files with the required
supporting documentation - Summarizing, in writing, clear and concise findings of the
investigation - Managing risk by analyzing the root cause of issues and
impact to business - Acting as Subject-Matter Expert to senior stakeholders and
/or other team members - Appropriately assessing risk when business decisions are
made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's
reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets
and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with
transparency - Creating various data reports
- Learning process of different Lines of Business to support
them (PILs - Personal Installment Loans, Fincen)
Compliance AML Execution Analyst
FIU (Financial Intelligence Unit), Citibank
Warsaw
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisting with the investigations and researching on
potentially suspicious clients using various internal and
external systems and databases - Documenting and reporting the review/investigation
findings and preparing case files with the required
supporting documentation - Working with AML team to summarize, in writing, clear and
concise findings of the investigation - Advising senior management on next steps and providing
recommendations on the next course of action (relationship
retention, termination, Suspicious Activity Report (SAR)) - Assisting AML team with managing risks by analyzing the
root cause of issues and impact to business
Compliance AML Execution Analyst
KYC GSO, Citibank
Warsaw
11.2018 - 04.2020
- Building and applying knowledge of sanctions screening
processes - Analyzing and investigating customers who match against
Sanctions and Non-Sanctions lists during the account
opening and maintenance processes - Conducting searches, gathering data and recording
evidence from Citi internal systems, the Internet,
commercial databases - Conducting enhanced due diligence investigations in
support of policies and procedures - Creating /maintaining alerts and adhoc searches using
global standard policies, procedures and tools, aimed at
meeting internal and external regulatory requirements - Operating within agreed business SLAs and confidentiality
standards
Receptionist
GroupG - Mediacom
Warsaw
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Handled appointment scheduling to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Managed phone calls, resulting in effective communication flow within the company.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing all front desk enquiries.
- Maintained an organised reception area for a professional business environment.
- Coordinated office supplies orders to keep necessary materials available at all times.
- Directed visitors and clients to appropriate staff, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Collaborated with team members in organising company events; enhancing team cohesion and morale building activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Uczelnia Techniczno-Handlowa im. Heleny Chodkowski
PolandSkills
- Strong analytical skills
- Proficient in MS Office
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to learn quickly and willingness to acquire new skills
- Critical thinking
- Time and deadline management
- Attention to details
- Teamwork
- Data interpretation
- Risk assessment
- Information gathering
Languages
Polish
Native
English
Advanced
Timeline
Compliance AML Execution Expert Analyst – FIU
Citibank
06.2023 - Current
Compliance AML Execution Senior Analyst
FIU (Financial Intelligence Unit), Citibank
06.2021 - 05.2023
Compliance AML Execution Analyst
FIU (Financial Intelligence Unit), Citibank
05.2020 - 06.2021
Compliance AML Execution Analyst
KYC GSO, Citibank
11.2018 - 04.2020
Receptionist
GroupG - Mediacom
10.2017 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology
Uczelnia Techniczno-Handlowa im. Heleny Chodkowski
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