Fraud Investigator

Our client, a financial industry, is looking to hire a Fraud Investigator in Columbus, OH 43240.

Position Title: Fraud Investigator

Work Location: Columbus, OH 43240

Duration: 6 Months (Contract), possible extension

Target Start Date: December 7, 2026

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Openings: 10
Pay Range: $26.00 - $26.43/hr

Position Overview

Client is seeking experienced RCA Specialists to support fraud investigation operations for a leading financial services organization. The ideal candidates will have experience investigating financial fraud, analyzing suspicious transactions, preparing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.

The role involves investigating various fraud typologies, including external fraud, elder and vulnerable adult financial exploitation, technology-related fraud, organized fraud rings, and anti-money laundering activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations across multiple fraud typologies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform detailed account and transaction analysis to identify suspicious or fraudulent activities.
• Review consumer and commercial deposit accounts (DDAs), loans, lines of credit, debit and credit cards, technology products, and investment products.
• Maintain thorough, accurate, and chronological case notes using case management systems.
• Conduct and document interviews with witnesses, victims, and subjects, as appropriate.
• Present investigative findings and recommend Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) or No-SAR determinations.
• Prepare complete and accurate SARs for filing.
• Identify cases requiring escalation to management and/or law enforcement.
• Ensure accurate and complete case documentation before submitting cases for closure approval.li>
• Participate in ongoing training and comply with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Bank Secrecy Act (BSA), information security, and suspicious activity reporting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• 2-3 years of experience in an applicable risk management environment.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification or other professional fraud-related certification.
• Preferred Skills and Experience
• Experience in SAR writing and quality assurance.
• Previous fraud investigation experience.
• Prior law enforcement experience.
• Financial services or banking industry experience.
• Accounting or auditing experience.
• Computer and digital forensic skills.li>
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to data security standards.
• Ability to manage multiple complex assignments simultaneously.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work independently.
• Positive attitude with a results-oriented approach.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Flexibility and adaptability when working through organizational or process changes.