Demie Camara

AVP, Senior BSA/AML Analyst

Talent

Daly City, CA 94014Member since October 26, 2026

BSA/AML program administration: transaction monitoring oversight, alert dispositSAR/CTR preparation, quality review, and BSA E-FilingUSA PATRIOT Act compliance; CIP/KYC, CDD/EDD, and high-risk customer reviewsOFAC and sanctions screening (ACH, wires, monetary instruments, customer databasCompliance testing, monitoring, and management reporting (committees/board packaIssue tracking, corrective action recommendations, and remediation follow-upCompliance systems support (transaction monitoring and compliance management plaFollow Policy and procedure; job aids and process documentation

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Senior BSA/AML and Compliance professional with 25+ years extensive community banking experience administering and implementing BSA/AML, USA PATRIOT Act, OFAC, and sanctions requirements. Expertise includes transaction monitoring oversight, AML investigations, SAR/CTR reporting and BSA E-Filing, high-risk customer due diligence (CIP/KYC/CDD/EDD), compliance testing and reporting, and audit/exam coordination. Known for strong documentation, confidentiality of non-public customer information (GLBA), and effective partnership with managers, branches, vendors, and examiners to maintain regulatory readiness.

Experience

AVP, Senior BSA/AML Analyst - Beacon Business Bank (formerly Trans Pacific National Bank) - San Francisco, CA

(2008)

Administer day-to-day BSA/AML compliance monitoring, including alert review/disposition, high- and moderate-risk periodic reviews, investigation, and escalation; prepare documentation and reporting for the Compliance Committee.
Serve as a key coordinator for BSA/AML, OFAC, and sanctions topics and reporting; partner with branches and departments to implement new procedures and changes to existing controls.
Conduct AML investigations by analyzing transaction patterns and customer behavior; draft clear case narratives and recommend/prepare SAR filings when warranted and transmit via BSA E-Filing
Prepare, validate, and transmit CTRs via BSA E-Filing; ensure timely, accurate filings and complete supporting documentation.
Perform USA PATRIOT Act/CIP, KYC, CDD, and EDD reviews for new and existing customers; evaluate and document high-risk customer activity and ensure required documentation is obtained.
Review and release wire transfers; perform OFAC screening on ACH, wires, monetary instruments, and customer databases, documenting dispositions and escalations.
Manage Section 314(a) processing (uploads, searches, and documentation) and coordinate responses to law-enforcement requests as required.
Support BSA audits and regulatory exams by providing requested records, explaining investigative decisions, and tracking issues and remediation through closure.
Develop and deliver annual compliance and operations training using online courses and job aids; support accurate tracking of course completion.
Complete special projects as assigned (e.g., process improvements, new procedures, cross-functional initiatives) and provide operational support as needed (branch officer backup, vault balancing, FRB cash shipments and verifications).
Support fraud and dispute processing, including debit card disputes and chargebacks; serve as in-house IT backup.

Operations Administrator - Mission National Bank - San Francisco, CA

(2001 - 2008)

Maintained operational and regulatory compliance at a satisfactory level; tracked exceptions, prepared management summaries, and supported corrective action follow-up.
Served as Bank BSA Officer and Bank Security Officer; performed in-house operational audits/testing and maintained supporting documentation.
Supported implementation and maintenance of operational/compliance processes, partnering with branches and administration to roll out procedure changes.
Managed vendor relationships and ensured contractual performance standards; escalated issues and coordinated resolution.
Troubleshot non-complex hardware/software issues and monitored connectivity between branches and the data center to support operational resiliency.
Coordinated tape backup processes and distribution to support information security and business continuity controls.
Developed and delivered training materials for the ITI system; supported user readiness and procedure adherence.
Contributed to business continuity/disaster recovery planning, including documentation and testing support.

Research Supervisor - Mission National Bank - San Francisco, CA

(1998 - 2001)

Resolved customer and account-related issues through detailed research and cross-department coordination.
Monitored account activity and prepared CTR and SAR documentation.
Managed NSF processes and supported chargeback handling.
Processed subpoenas and coordinated document retrieval (statements and check images).
Supported accounts payable as backup; attended training seminars.
Balanced ATM machines, handled mail processing, and supported Fed adjustments.

Merchant Teller - Mission National Bank - San Francisco, CA

(1997 - 1998)

Provided customer service and answered account inquiries in a high-volume banking environment.
Assisted with vault and operational support; handled telephone coverage and report/check filing.
Balanced cashier’s checks and general ledger entries; processed and verified large cash volumes.

Teller - Mission National Bank - San Francisco, CA

(1996 - 1997)

Delivered front-line customer service, including account inquiries and transaction processing.
Balanced cashier’s checks and supported general ledger balancing; maintained accurate daily records.
Filed reports and checks, supported telephone coverage, and handled large cash transactions.