Matthew Hovis
Senior Manager
Matthew Hovis is a senior manager with over 18 years of experience in BSA, AML/CFT, anti-fraud, sanctions and anti-financial crime risk management. He has a proven track record in leading BSA/AML audits, suspicious activity monitoring and sanctions screening system validations. He also offers consulting services, with experience in anti-money laundering monitoring systems and high-risk products/services. His direct experience as a leader in the financial services industry serves as the foundation for Matthew’s ability to provide clients with solutions that are practical, reasonable and highly effective.
Certifications
- Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist
- Certified Fraud Examiner
Professional memberships and activities
- Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists
- Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
- New England BSA Workgroup
Areas of Focus
- Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Compliance
- AML/CFT System Validations
- Cannabis Risk Management Programs
Education
University of Massachusetts - Lowell
- Bachelor of science degree in criminal justice
Utica University
- Master of science degree in economic crime management
Recent Insights
Articles
Combatting elder financial exploitation: New guidance for institutions
Jan 23, 2025
Mind the gaps: Recent enforcement actions and what they say about AML/CFT data management
Nov 18, 2024
Reassess your risk assessment: The AML/CFT program rule proposal
Sep 30, 2024
Financial institutions: Anticipating challenges from beneficial ownership reporting
Jan 29, 2024