Susmitha Shekhar

Susmitha Shekhar

Senior AML Model Validation and Data Analytics @ CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

About

I have over 6+years of experience in the banking and finance sector. Proven track record in leading strategic financial initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency to achieve significant results. I have worked on numerous high-impact engagements in various sectors, such as consulting and e-commerce, particularly in the field of Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/ BSA to provide strategic solutions. By transforming business requirements into actionable data strategies and insights, I help organizations foster growth and drive efficiency, especially in the financial services sector. Expert in analyzing complex business data and generating comprehensive reports that facilitate informed decision-making for stakeholders. Results-oriented professional with robust analytical and statistical capabilities, recognized for effective collaboration in cross-functional teams. Proficient in SQL, Python, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning and Statistics, complemented by consulting experience that enables me to deliver actionable insights effectively.

Country

United States

City

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

Industry

Public Relations & Communications

Skill

Python, DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes, Shell Scripting, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD), Cloud Computing, Data Engineering, Amazon Web Services (AWS), QULICKSIGHT, Apache Kafka, Tableau, Microsoft Excel, SAS (Software), Analytics, SAS (Programming Language), Data Analytics, Data Structures Python SQL, Research, KYC

Experience

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

Senior AML Model Validation and Data Analytics

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

LinkedIn
2025-11 - Present · 11 mos

Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex

FlyHigh Staffing LLC

Business Analyst

FlyHigh Staffing LLC

2025-1 - 2025-10 · 10 mos
The University of Texas at Arlington

Business Data Analyst

The University of Texas at Arlington

LinkedIn
2024-1 - 2024-12 · 1 yr
Amazon

Senior Risk Management Analyst

Amazon

LinkedIn
2020-6 - 2021-12 · 1 yr 7 mos

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Recognized transaction patterns between buyers and customers, spotted suspicious transactions, and prepared data to report to compliance teams. Created and upheld Python scripts that were used for data analysis and modelling. • Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential risks to the organization across operational, financial, and regulatory domains. Analyze risk data to determine impact, likelihood, and mitigation strategies. • Design, implement, and optimize risk control frameworks and policies to mitigate risk exposure. Ensure controls align with company goals and regulatory requirements. • Produced clear and concise documentation from JAD sessions, including business requirements, functional specifications, process flow diagrams, and use cases, ensuring transparency and clarity for all stakeholders. • Conducted detailed business process analysis, engaging stakeholders at all levels to gather and validate requirements. • Orchestrated collaboration across diverse teams to define and comprehend data needs, fuelling the development of advanced data models; these models catalysed precise and enlightening analytics, leading to a 40% increase in sales revenue.• Developed detailed UAT test plans that outline testing objectives, scope, timelines, and resources required, ensuring comprehensive coverage of user scenarios. • Experience in Infrastructure Development and Operations involving AWS Cloud platforms such as EC2, VPC, S-3 bucket, AWS Redshift, AWS Data Lakes and Quick-sight.

PwC

Associate

PwC

LinkedIn
2016-10 - 2020-5 · 3 yrs 8 mos

• Assisted with regulatory audits, providing data analysis and documentation as needed. Handled PwC’s biggest client in the German (BaFin), MiFID & UK(FCA) regulator’s audit review of KYC remediation. • Ensured data governance and compliance by implementing best practices across ETL processes and cloud data management. Employed a range of analytical techniques, including GAP analysis (As-is and To-be), risk analysis, impact assessment, cost-benefit analysis, root cause analysis, SWOT, and feasibility studies such as PESTEL analysis, to assess business needs. • Delivered regular project updates and reports, tracking progress, milestones, and ensuring alignment with project goals and deadlines. • Conducted comprehensive financial due diligence using SQL and PowerBI to analyze transactional data, identifying key risks and opportunities for clients in cross-border M&A deals. • Performed detailed risk assessments on clients, documenting findings and generating reports to highlight risk factors for business stakeholders using Tableau and Power-Bi. • Supported mergers and acquisitions by analyzing potential targets, performing due diligence, and assisting in the negotiation and integration process. • Formulated and defined system scope and objectives, working closely with users and business processes to create solutions that meet their evolving needs.

Education

The University of Texas at Arlington - College of Business

The University of Texas at Arlington - College of Business

LinkedIn

Management Information Systems, General

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