MPAPHI OMPHILE FANTANE
Gaborone
Summary
Accomplished Senior Investigation Officer at Botswana Unified Revenue Services, specializing in AML compliance and risk assessment. Expert in financial intelligence and customer due diligence, I have successfully enforced regulatory policies and mitigated financial crime risks, demonstrating strong leadership and analytical skills to enhance compliance frameworks.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Investigation Officer – Investigations Unit (AML & Compliance)
Botswana Unified Revenue Services
12.2019 - Current
- Develop investigation Plan and Conduct AML investigations, examining financial statements, tax returns, and transaction records on taxpayers
- Conduct thorough financial analysis and review taxpayer financial statements for compliance with local and international reporting standards, AML policy guidelines, and revenue laws.
- Analyze and reevaluate financial institutions data on taxpayers for compliance with Financial Intelligence Act, revenue laws, and AML policy guidelines.
- Conduct risk-based assessments to identify financial crime risks affecting taxpayers.
- Performs customer due diligence (CDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance measures.
- Enforce regulatory policies to enhance compliance and risk mitigation strategies.
- Liaise with other law enforcement agencies and financial institutions on AML and fraud-related matters.
- Conduct administrative forfeiture and financial crime enforcement under Proceeds and Instruments of Crime Act (PICA).
Client Relationship Consultant (Large Taxpayer Unit)
Botswana Unified Revenue Services
09.2014 - 12.2019
- Advised large entities on compliance with tax laws and financial regulations, mitigating potential legal risks.
- Investigated and resolved compliance issues in taxation, transfer pricing, and fraud across banking, telecommunication, construction, and manufacturing industries, enhancing regulatory adherence.
- Performed due diligence reviews on high-risk clients across banking, retail, telecommunication, minerals mining, and manufacturing sectors, identifying risks and ensuring compliance.
- Performed risk assessments onsite to evaluate compliance with regulations.
Revenue Officer – Taxpayer Service Centre
Botswana Unified Revenue Services
08.2011 - 08.2014
- Investigated financial discrepancies and potential fraud cases to safeguard taxpayer interests and maintain integrity.
- Provided risk assessment reports ensuring regulatory alignment and minimizing potential liabilities.
- Conducted tax compliance checks and regulatory audits to identify and rectify non-compliance issues.
Education
AML/CFT Risk-based Supervision of Financial Institutions -
01.2025
CAMS - Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist -
01.2021
Advanced Taxation Certification -
01.2015
Customer Care & Relationship Management -
01.2014
Bachelor of Accountancy -
University of Botswana
01.2010
Skills
- AML and compliance investigations
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Financial intelligence and regulatory compliance
- Customer due diligence (CDD/KYC)
- Leadership and supervisory skills
- Financial crime investigations
- Policy enforcement and regulatory frameworks
- Data analytics and reporting (Power BI, OSINT)
- Financial crime investigation tools
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Tax and accounting software
Professional References
Daphney B. Bakae, Principal Investigating Officer, Botswana Unified Revenue Service, +267 363 8287, +267 73567041, DBakae@burs.org.bw
Timeline
Senior Investigation Officer – Investigations Unit (AML & Compliance)
Botswana Unified Revenue Services
12.2019 - Current
Client Relationship Consultant (Large Taxpayer Unit)
Botswana Unified Revenue Services
09.2014 - 12.2019
Revenue Officer – Taxpayer Service Centre
Botswana Unified Revenue Services
08.2011 - 08.2014
AML/CFT Risk-based Supervision of Financial Institutions -
CAMS - Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist -
Advanced Taxation Certification -
Customer Care & Relationship Management -
Bachelor of Accountancy -
University of Botswana