Empowering Financial Compliance | AML/KYC Compliance| Agile Business Analyst | 12+ Years in Banking & FinTech

Hi, I’m Mahesh Chakkirala — a passionate and detail-driven Senior Business Analyst with over 12 years of experience in Banking, Financial Crime Compliance, and Agile delivery.
I specialize in helping organizations transform regulatory requirements into structured, actionable solutions. My background includes implementing critical AML/KYC systems, designing risk-based transaction monitoring rules, leading UAT rollouts, and crafting BRDs/FRDs that drive real value for stakeholders.
Over the years, I’ve worked with top-tier clients and supported FinTech firms in deploying FCC (Financial Crime Compliance) platforms such as Name Screening, Transaction Monitoring, TBML detection, and Adverse Media integration. I bring deep domain knowledge of compliance frameworks and the ability to translate complex regulatory obligations into technology-ready specifications.

Here’s how I typically add value:
✔️ Define business requirements and map workflows
✔️ Design AML rules, monitor alerts, and reduce false positives
✔️ Prepare SOPs, user stories, RACI matrices, and Agile artifacts
✔️ Support UAT execution, testing logs, and production rollout

As a Certified Scrum Master (CSM) and Product Owner (CSPO), I bring both structure and agility to every project. Whether working on-site or remotely, I communicate clearly, collaborate proactively, and focus on timely, impact-driven outcomes.

🛠 Tools I work with: Jira, MS Excel/Word, SQL, Agile Boards.
🌍 Industries: Banking, FinTech, RegTech, Insurance
🤝 Values: Integrity, commitment, clarity, and continuous improvement

If you’re looking for a compliance-savvy analyst who speaks both business and tech — let’s connect and deliver excellence together!

Work Terms

Hours of Operation:
I maintain a flexible work schedule to align with client needs across different time zones. Whether your team is based locally or internationally, I ensure responsive communication and timely delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
Payment Terms:
I am open to working on hourly, milestone-based, or fixed-price engagements based on project scope and complexity.
✔ Hourly model is ideal for ongoing consulting or agile collaboration
✔ Milestone-based pricing suits well-defined deliverables
✔ Invoices are typically submitted upon milestone completion or on a weekly cycle for hourly projects
Preferred Communication:
I prioritize clear, professional, and timely communication. I’m available via:
Guru Messaging
Zoom / Google Meet / MS Teams (for regular updates or walkthroughs)
Clients can expect regular updates, progress reports, and prompt responses to queries. I ensure alignment at every stage to avoid delays and surprises.
Turnaround Time:
Project timelines vary by complexity and scope. Smaller tasks such as documentation or analysis can be delivered within a few business days, while larger engagements involving UAT, compliance design, or multi-stakeholder reviews are planned collaboratively with realistic deadlines.
I value mutual respect, commitment, and transparency in all client relationships