Syed Ahmed
About Syed Ahmed
Syed Ahmed is a Senior Analyst with extensive experience in AML compliance and quality control, having worked in various roles across Canada and Bangladesh. He holds a Master's degree in Finance and Business Management and has proficiency in multiple AML software tools.
Work at AML RightSource
Syed Ahmed currently serves as a Senior Analyst at AML RightSource, a position he has held since 2021. Previously, he worked in the same role for four months in Canada from 2020 to 2021. His responsibilities include conducting enhanced due diligence on politically exposed persons and high-risk customer groups, utilizing a variety of AML software tools. His expertise in quality control and compliance is integral to the organization's operations.
Education and Expertise
Syed Ahmed has a solid educational background in finance and accounting. He earned a Master's degree in Finance and Business Management from the University of Bedfordshire in 2010. He also holds an Hon's degree in Accounting from National University, completed in 2008. Additionally, he studied Workplace Communications at Ryerson University in 2018. His educational qualifications complement his over six years of international experience in AML compliance and quality control.
Background in Financial Compliance
Syed Ahmed has extensive experience in the field of financial compliance. He worked as a Compliance Analyst (AML/ATF) at Protiviti from 2018 to 2019 and held the position of Senior Officer at Shahjalal Islami Bank Limited from 2013 to 2017. He also served as an Analyst focusing on Financial Crimes and AMLTF at Laurentian Bank of Canada for eight months in 2020. His roles have involved researching and analyzing customer account behavior for potential money laundering or terrorist financing activities.
Proficiency in AML Software
Syed Ahmed is proficient in a wide range of AML software tools that are essential for conducting compliance and quality control activities. His expertise includes using platforms such as CertaPay, WebIR, Host, ECAMS, SAS, SAM, S3, ECRR, BSR, Interac, SWIFT, Pega, World-Check, Dow Jones, LexisNexis, Lotus Notes, Rumba, and Alliance Access. This proficiency enables him to effectively analyze and monitor financial transactions for compliance with regulations.
Regulatory Knowledge
Syed Ahmed has demonstrated knowledge of key regulations governing anti-money laundering and financial compliance. He is familiar with the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act (PCMLTFA), the USA Patriot Act, and the guidelines set forth by the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC) and the Office of the Superintendent of Financial Institutions (OSFI). This regulatory knowledge supports his work in ensuring compliance and mitigating financial crime risks.