Atem
About Candidate
CHOL ATEM
Mobile: +61 423 817 294 / +211 923 155 008
Email: cholatem0602@gmail.com
Hiring Manager
Stanbic Bank South Sudan
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in the Finance Executive position at Stanbic Bank South Sudan. I am confident that my academic qualifications, extensive banking experience, and expertise in financial crime prevention make me a strong candidate for this role.
I hold a Master of Fraud and Financial Crime from Charles Sturt University, Australia, and a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Economics) from Deakin University, Australia. These qualifications have provided me with a strong foundation in accounting, financial analysis, risk management, auditing, compliance, and corporate finance.
Professionally, I have more than eight years of experience in the Australian banking sector, having worked with the Commonwealth Bank of Australia and the National Australia Bank. During this time, I specialised in fraud prevention, financial crime investigations, anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), regulatory compliance, transaction monitoring, and risk assessment. I have developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills while working with complex financial systems and ensuring compliance with banking regulations.
In addition to my banking experience, I am currently pursuing a PhD at Charles Sturt University, where my research focuses on corruption, financial crime, and their impact on economic development and foreign direct investment. This research has strengthened my abilities in financial analysis, data interpretation, policy evaluation, and strategic decision-making.
I am passionate about contributing to the growth and integrity of South Sudan’s financial sector. I believe my combination of technical expertise, banking experience, leadership skills, and commitment to ethical financial management would enable me to make a valuable contribution to Stanbic Bank South Sudan.
I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my experience and qualifications can support your finance team. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you.
Yours faithfully,
Chol Atem
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Education
Master of Fraud and Financial Crime – Charles Sturt University, Australia A postgraduate qualification focused on the prevention, detection, investigation, and management of financial crime. The program provided advanced knowledge in fraud investigation, anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), financial intelligence, forensic accounting, compliance, risk management, cyber-enabled financial crime, corporate governance, and financial crime legislation. It also developed practical skills in conducting complex investigations, analysing financial data, identifying criminal networks, managing regulatory compliance, and implementing strategies to mitigate financial crime risks across banking, government, and corporate sectors
A comprehensive undergraduate degree providing a strong foundation in accounting, economics, finance, business management, and quantitative analysis. The program developed expertise in financial accounting, management accounting, auditing, taxation, corporate finance, microeconomics, macroeconomics, business statistics, and economic policy. It also strengthened analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills applicable to financial management, banking, business strategy, economic analysis, and public policy in both the public and private sectors.
Work & Experience
Conducted investigations into suspicious transactions involving money laundering, fraud, terrorism financing, and sanctions breaches to protect the bank from financial crime. Monitored customer transactions, identified unusual activity, and carried out Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) and KYC reviews for high-risk customers and Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs). Prepared detailed investigation reports, assessed financial crime risks, and worked closely with Compliance, Risk, Legal, and Operations teams to strengthen internal controls and meet regulatory requirements. Regularly identified emerging fraud trends and recommended improvements to enhance fraud prevention and ensure compliance with Australian AML/CTF legislation.
Oversee financial governance, budgeting, reporting, accountability and strategic planning.
Investigated fraud cases and suspicious transactions while protecting customers from financial crime. Conducted fraud risk assessments, analysed transaction patterns, managed customer disputes, and collaborated with internal teams to prevent fraud losses. Ensured compliance with banking regulations, maintained accurate case records, and delivered high-quality customer service throughout the investigation process.
