Senior Fraud Compliance Analyst

Apex Fintech Solutions•Dallas, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Apex Fintech Solutions is currently seeking a Senior Fraud Compliance Analyst to support our Compliance department with investigations, fraud detection, and prevention experience within the fintech industry. The role focuses on the development and maintenance of a robust fraud detection and prevention program, which includes investigating, and processing, system-generated suspicious transaction alerts as well as responding to a variety of internal and external inquiries.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Criminal Justice, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) required
5+ years of prior experience in a fraud investigations role; experience in administering all aspects of an investigation, including the recovery of assets, assisting victims, preparing case summaries, and writing SARs are required
Ability to handle confidential information in a mature and professional manner
Strong written and verbal communications with an attention to detail and ability to deal with sensitive communication appropriately
Proficiency in MS 365
Intermediate skill in Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of options and securities trading preferred

Nice To Haves

Brokerage and/or banking industry experience preferred
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and/or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) preferred
SQL experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead detailed investigations into suspected fraudulent activities.
Analyze findings from internal and external reporting sources to assess the legitimacy of transactions.
Apply deductive reasoning to identify potential fraud events.
Scrutinize incoming funds, money movements, and account changes for indicators of fraud or unauthorized activities from an analytic, forensic, and investigative standpoint.
Act as a key point of contact for managing internal escalations related to suspected fraud.
Review and assess escalations from various business departments and associations.
Provide exceptional support to Apex clients by addressing concerns and resolving potential issues.
Collaborate with account holders and law enforcement agencies during investigations.
Stay updated on industry trends, emerging fraud tactics, and methods shared by national organizations dedicated to fraud and Anti-Money Laundering (AML).
Apply new knowledge to enhance investigative processes and strategies.