Linda Athanasiadou: Regulatory Compliance and AML Expert
Linda Athanasiadou is a specialist in the field of Regulatory Compliance with a concentration on Audit, Accounting, and Anti-Money Laundering protocols. Her in-depth knowledge and expertise in AML measures have made her a sought-after consultant for institutions requiring stringent anti-money laundering policies. She has accrued extensive professional experience in establishing and overseeing AML programs. She has accrued extensive professional experience across various sectors and international markets. Her commitment to legal compliance and risk management is both comprehensive and exemplary.
Profile Summary
Areas of Expertise
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- 1Regulatory and Compliance:● Regulatory Framework
● Anti-Money Laundering Procedures
● Compliance and Regulatory Affairs
● Audit and Accounting: - 2Financial Audits● Group Audits and Consolidations
● Accounting Procedures
● Merchandising Audits
● Tax and Cash Management: - 3Tax Regulation and Compliance● Cash and Stock Management
● Customer and Operational Management: - 4Customer Service Protocols● Sales and Operational Management
● Staff Training and Development
● Product and Pricing: - 5Product Pricing Strategies● Presentation and Costing
● Professional Approach
Linda Athanasiadou prioritises adherence to legal frameworks and industry regulations. Her professional approach is characterized by rigorous attention to detail, making her a reliable consultant in a range of financial and compliance-based subject matters, especially in the realm of Anti-Money Laundering measures.
She worked across various sectors including agriculture and holding companies in Ukraine, Cyprus, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Her policy against bribery, money laundering and compromises on legal compliance is stringent and uncompromising.
● MBA, Specialisation in Finance
● Approved AML Compliance Officer by Cyprus and UK Stock Exchange
● Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK (ACCA)
● National University (Specialisation: International Economic Relations)
● Certified EU General Data Protection Regulation Foundation and Practitioner (GDPR)
● Advanced Diploma in International Taxation (ADIT) (candidate)
● Oxford Graduate for the Programme Audit in Digital Industry (candidate)
● Approved AML Compliance Officer by Cyprus and UK Stock Exchange
● Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK (ACCA)
● National University (Specialisation: International Economic Relations)
● Certified EU General Data Protection Regulation Foundation and Practitioner (GDPR)
● Advanced Diploma in International Taxation (ADIT) (candidate)
● Oxford Graduate for the Programme Audit in Digital Industry (candidate)
Cysec Licensed Investment Firms And Alternative Investment Funds (CIF, AIF)
At a CIF (Cyprus Investment Firms), Linda Athanasiadou was involved in enhancing Anti-Money Laundering (AML) measures and ensuring compliance. Her responsibilities included financial risk management, the strategic development of advanced AML protocols, and the implementation of stringent policies to safeguard the firm's assets. Linda's hands-on approach aimed to maintain financial integrity, with a steadfast commitment to legal and ethical standards.
Through her dedication, Linda reinforced the firms’ commitment to exceeding regulatory compliance standards, contributing to its reputation as a reliable entity in the financial industry.
Additionally, she managed the Alternative Investment Funds (AIF), executed strategic planning, ensured strict compliance with laws and regulations, and facilitated effective communication between shareholders and the board of directors. Linda's efforts were significant in aligning operational strategies with regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of compliance and accountability. Her strategic planning not only met current legal standards but also anticipated and mitigated future regulatory challenges, maintaining a cohesive relationship between corporate governance and operational execution.
Through her efforts, Linda maintained a cohesive relationship between corporate governance and operational execution, reinforcing the firm's commitment to regulatory excellence.
● Audit Practice:
Engaged in reviewing and approving financial statements. Contributed to policy formation in areas of audit quality, legal compliance, and anti-money laundering.
Within the Audit Practice, Linda Athanasiadou was pivotal in examining and validating financial statements. Her expertise extended to influencing the development of stringent policies to heighten audit quality, enforce legal compliance, and strengthen anti-money laundering (AML) protocols.
Her acumen in AML was particularly influential. She crafted comprehensive strategies to mitigate money laundering risks, ensuring the organization’s practices were not only compliant with the latest regulations but also set benchmarks for industry standards in AML excellence. Linda's guidance was instrumental in embedding AML considerations into the fabric of the audit process, thereby safeguarding the integrity of financial operations and contributing to the wider effort to prevent financial crime.
At a CIF (Cyprus Investment Firms), Linda Athanasiadou was involved in enhancing Anti-Money Laundering (AML) measures and ensuring compliance. Her responsibilities included financial risk management, the strategic development of advanced AML protocols, and the implementation of stringent policies to safeguard the firm's assets. Linda's hands-on approach aimed to maintain financial integrity, with a steadfast commitment to legal and ethical standards.
Through her dedication, Linda reinforced the firms’ commitment to exceeding regulatory compliance standards, contributing to its reputation as a reliable entity in the financial industry.
Additionally, she managed the Alternative Investment Funds (AIF), executed strategic planning, ensured strict compliance with laws and regulations, and facilitated effective communication between shareholders and the board of directors. Linda's efforts were significant in aligning operational strategies with regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of compliance and accountability. Her strategic planning not only met current legal standards but also anticipated and mitigated future regulatory challenges, maintaining a cohesive relationship between corporate governance and operational execution.
Through her efforts, Linda maintained a cohesive relationship between corporate governance and operational execution, reinforcing the firm's commitment to regulatory excellence.
● Audit Practice:
Engaged in reviewing and approving financial statements. Contributed to policy formation in areas of audit quality, legal compliance, and anti-money laundering.
Within the Audit Practice, Linda Athanasiadou was pivotal in examining and validating financial statements. Her expertise extended to influencing the development of stringent policies to heighten audit quality, enforce legal compliance, and strengthen anti-money laundering (AML) protocols.
Her acumen in AML was particularly influential. She crafted comprehensive strategies to mitigate money laundering risks, ensuring the organization’s practices were not only compliant with the latest regulations but also set benchmarks for industry standards in AML excellence. Linda's guidance was instrumental in embedding AML considerations into the fabric of the audit process, thereby safeguarding the integrity of financial operations and contributing to the wider effort to prevent financial crime.
In light of the ongoing Ukrainian war, Linda Athanasiadou has been granted refuge in the United States, a testament to the country's commitment to providing sanctuary to those displaced by war. The assistance rendered by the U.S. in the time of need is deeply appreciated, and in turn, Linda has dedicated herself to contributing positively to the community that has welcomed her. Her resilience in the face of adversity is a profound example of the enduring spirit of those seeking to rebuild and aid themselves through diligent effort and a commitment to the values of their new home.
