Fraud Investigator

Summary

This range is provided by Russell Tobin. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$26.42/hr - $26.42/hrLead Executive – US Recruitment | Talent Acquisition Specialist | MBA (HR & Marketing) | Tech & Non-Tech Hiring | Building High-Performing Teams…We're hiring a Financial Crimes Operations Specialist to support our fraud investigations and regulatory reporting team. This position plays a key role in analyzing suspicious activity, identifying potential external fraud, and documenting findings that support compliance with federal regulations.The role involves detailed analysis of transactions, preparation of reports, and communication with investigation leads to ensure timely and accurate resolution of cases. You'll work with multiple fraud typologies—such as check, wire, card, and online banking—and help maintain a high standard of accuracy and compliance throughout all investigative work.Key ResponsibilitiesReview alerts, referrals, and account activity for potential fraudulent or unusual behavior.Conduct analysis to identify the root cause of issues and recommend corrective actions.Prepare and document Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with internal standards and regulatory guidelines.Maintain complete and organized case records using a case management system.Communicate findings clearly in written reports and escalate concerns when necessary.Collaborate closely with team leads and investigators to ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting.Prioritize tasks effectively while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Protect confidential information and adhere to all compliance, security, and ethical standards.Qualifications & SkillsRequired:Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word (required daily use).Excellent written communication and documentation skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.Proven attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.Dependable, proactive, and able to adapt to changing priorities.Preferred:Experience preparing or reviewing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) .Background in fraud investigation, AML/BSA, accounting, auditing, or financial services .Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Criminal Justice, or related field .Professional certifications such as CFE or CAMS/ACAMS .Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeContractJob functionAccounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustriesBanking and Investment BankingGet notified about new Fraud Investigator jobs in Columbus, OH .We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

This range is provided by Russell Tobin. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$26.42/hr - $26.42/hrLead Executive – US Recruitment | Talent Acquisition Specialist | MBA (HR & Marketing) | Tech & Non-Tech Hiring | Building High-Performing Teams…We're hiring a Financial Crimes Operations Specialist to support our fraud investigations and regulatory reporting team. This position plays a key role in analyzing suspicious activity, identifying potential external fraud, and documenting findings that support compliance with federal regulations.The role involves detailed analysis of transactions, preparation of reports, and communication with investigation leads to ensure timely and accurate resolution of cases. You'll work with multiple fraud typologies—such as check, wire, card, and online banking—and help maintain a high standard of accuracy and compliance throughout all investigative work.Key ResponsibilitiesReview alerts, referrals, and account activity for potential fraudulent or unusual behavior.Conduct analysis to identify the root cause of issues and recommend corrective actions.Prepare and document Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) in accordance with internal standards and regulatory guidelines.Maintain complete and organized case records using a case management system.Communicate findings clearly in written reports and escalate concerns when necessary.Collaborate closely with team leads and investigators to ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting.Prioritize tasks effectively while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.Protect confidential information and adhere to all compliance, security, and ethical standards.Qualifications & SkillsRequired:Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word (required daily use).Excellent written communication and documentation skills.Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.Proven attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.Dependable, proactive, and able to adapt to changing priorities.Preferred:Experience preparing or reviewing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) .Background in fraud investigation, AML/BSA, accounting, auditing, or financial services .Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Criminal Justice, or related field .Professional certifications such as CFE or CAMS/ACAMS .Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeContractJob functionAccounting/Auditing and FinanceIndustriesBanking and Investment BankingGet notified about new Fraud Investigator jobs in Columbus, OH .We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr