Fraud Investigator

Responsibilities

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Fraud Investigator in Tempe, AZ.Summary:External Fraud Investigators may concentrate on one specific or many different fraud typologies such as external fraud, elder and vulnerable adult financial exploitation, technology related fraud, organized fraud rings and anti-money laundering depending on business needs within Fraud Investigations. External Fraud Investigators perform duties such as investigating multiple fraud typologies in accordance with policies and procedures, performing thorough account transaction analysis for the purpose of identifying suspicious or fraudulent activity, and filing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs). An investigator may review consumer and commercial DDAs, loans, lines of credit, debit and credit cards, technology products and investment products.Duties Include:

• Maintain thorough and accurate case notes setting forth all required actions in chronological order through utilization of a case management system
• Conduct and documenting interviews with witnesses, victims and subjects as appropriate
• Report investigative findings to the appropriate designee within Fraud Investigations with recommendation for SAR or no SAR Determination
• Prepare complete and accurate SARs for filing
• Ability to correctly identify when matters are appropriate to escalate to management and/or to law enforcement
• Ensure case accurate case completion for all case resolutions prior to submission to appropriate designee within Fraud Investigations for case closure approval
• Participation and compliance with internal continuing education and training; Training topics may include: Compliance with the Company Code of Ethics and all Anti-Money Laundering, Bank Secrecy Act, information security and suspicious activity reporting requirements, policies and procedures; Participation in any required corporate and business line training in these areas

Skills

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or other professional fraud certification
• 2-3 years of experience in an applicable risk management environment
• Experience interviewing suspects and/or victims

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• SAR writing and quality assurance experience
• Prior investigation experience
• Prior law enforcement experience
• Prior financial/banking sector experience
• Prior accounting/auditing experience
• Computer/digital forensic skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong proficiency in MS-Excel and MS-Word
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain high levels of confidentiality and data security standards
• Ability to handle multiple complex assignments concurrently
• Strong time management skills and high degree of initiative
• Demonstrated positive attitude with results orientation
• Proven track record of meeting tight deadlines
• Experience/comfort in working through change

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.


We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.


Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.


This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.


Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.


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