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Deposit Risk Analyst Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Credit Analyst

Irvine, CA ยท On-site

$43K - $60K/yr

... risk in accordance with the Bank's policies and regulatory standards. * Update credit files and ... deposit accounts. * Preparing loan advances/paydowns and invoice payments for officer review and ...

SBA Credit Analyst 6 (PMG)

Brea, CA ยท On-site

$111K - $130K/yr

... and minimize risk and potential loss to the company. May use technological tools, including ... Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the ...

SBA Credit Analyst 6 (PMG)

Brea, CA ยท On-site

$111K - $130K/yr

... and minimize risk and potential loss to the company. May use technological tools, including ... Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the ...

SBA Credit Analyst 6 (PMG)

Brea, CA ยท On-site

$111K - $130K/yr

... and minimize risk and potential loss to the company. May use technological tools, including ... Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the ...

Key responsibilities may include financial modeling, risk analysis, performance monitoring, and ... deposit accounts while liaising with other organization members as needed, including frequent ...

Treasury Financial Analyst

Fairfield, CA ยท On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES Preform quarterly assessments of Interest Rate Risk (IRR)position ... loan, deposit and cash flows Other related duties as assigned Requirements Bachelor's degree in ...

Financial Data Analyst

Arcadia, CA ยท Hybrid

$35.50 - $38.50/hr

Prepare investment summaries and investment activity reports * Assist with loan, deposit, and concentration risk analyses * Support asset/liability management reporting * Assist to perform product ...

Treasury Financial Analyst

Fairfield, CA ยท On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

Preform quarterly assessments of Interest Rate Risk (IRR)position, including preparation of ... Ongoing balance sheet monitoring of loan, deposit and cash flows * Other related duties as assigned ...

Fund Banking Analyst

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Key responsibilities may include financial modeling, risk analysis, performance monitoring, and ... deposit accounts while liaising with other organization members as needed, including frequent ...

Fund Banking Analyst

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site

$70K - $100K/yr

Key responsibilities may include financial modeling, risk analysis, performance monitoring, and ... deposit accounts while liaising with other organization members as needed, including frequent ...

Treasury Financial Analyst

Fairfield, CA ยท On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES โ€ข Preform quarterly assessments of Interest Rate Risk (IRR)position ... loan, deposit and cash flows โ€ข Other related duties as assigned Requirements โ€ข Bachelor ...

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Deposit Risk Analyst information

What is a deposit risk analyst?

Deposit Risk Analysts are financial professionals who evaluate and manage the risks associated with customer deposits at banks or financial institutions. They analyze deposit trends, customer behaviors, and market factors to identify potential risks such as fraud, liquidity issues, or regulatory compliance concerns. Their work helps banks make informed decisions to protect assets and ensure financial stability. Deposit Risk Analysts often collaborate with compliance, fraud prevention, and risk management teams to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.

How does a deposit risk analyst typically collaborate with other departments to manage and mitigate risks?

Deposit Risk Analysts regularly work with teams across compliance, IT, operations, and customer service to identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to deposit accounts. They often review transaction data and coordinate with fraud prevention units to spot unusual patterns, while also communicating findings to management for decision-making. Effective collaboration ensures that policies are up to date, controls are implemented efficiently, and any emerging risks are addressed quickly. This cross-functional teamwork is essential for maintaining the security and integrity of deposit products.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a deposit risk analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Deposit Risk Analyst, you need a solid background in finance, risk management, and data analysis, often supported by a degree in finance, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with risk assessment tools, SQL databases, statistical software, and regulatory compliance systems is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you interpret data and present findings to stakeholders. These competencies are crucial for identifying potential risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting the financial stability of the institution.

What is the difference between Deposit Risk Analyst vs Credit Analyst?

AspectDeposit Risk AnalystCredit Analyst
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; certifications like CFA or FRM are a plusBachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field; certifications like CFA or FRM are common
Work EnvironmentBanking or financial institutions focusing on deposit portfolios and risk managementFinancial institutions assessing creditworthiness of borrowers and loan risk
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in banks and financial firms managing deposit risksUsed across banks, lending companies, and credit agencies

The Deposit Risk Analyst primarily focuses on assessing risks associated with deposit products, while the Credit Analyst evaluates the creditworthiness of borrowers. Both roles require similar financial knowledge and certifications, but they serve different functions within financial institutions. Understanding these differences helps job seekers target the right roles based on their skills and career goals.

What cities in California are hiring for Deposit Risk Analyst jobs?

Cities in California with the most Deposit Risk Analyst job openings:

Senior Fraud Analyst - On site - Yuba City, CA

Yuba City, CA โ€ข On-site

Sierra Central Credit Union
Commercial Bankingย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

$85K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Summary
The Senior Fraud Analyst supports the Credit Union's digital fraud prevention program by monitoring, investigating, analyzing, and escalating fraud activity across digital channels. This role is responsible for reviewing alerts, identifying suspicious patterns, conducting complex investigations, and supporting loss-mitigation efforts related to online banking, mobile banking, digital account opening, remote deposit capture, card-not-present activity, digital payments, and real-time transaction-monitoring platforms.
The Senior Fraud Analyst serves as a subject matter resource in digital fraud trends, identity intelligence, fraud-risk controls, and investigative best practices. This position works closely with business units, IT, Cybersecurity, Virtual/Digital Banking, Lending, Member Services, Payments, and BSA/AML to help maintain a strong fraud-prevention posture while supporting a positive member experience.
This role requires strong analytical judgment, attention to detail, sound decision-making, and the ability to manage complex fraud matters in a fast-paced environment.
Essential Functions
  1. Monitor and investigate digital channel fraud alerts, including activity related to online banking, mobile banking, digital account opening, remote deposit capture, digital payments, card-not-present transactions, and real-time transaction-monitoring systems.
  2. Review, analyze, and disposition alerts and cases in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring appropriate documentation within the Case Management System.
  3. Conduct complex digital fraud investigations involving account takeover, synthetic identity fraud, credential stuffing, bot activity, phishing, mule activity, remote deposit fraud, digital payment fraud, and other emerging fraud trends.
  4. Identify suspicious patterns, anomalies, fraud rings, behavioral indicators, and high-risk activity across digital channels.
  5. Take appropriate loss-mitigation steps, including account restrictions, member outreach, transaction review, escalation, and coordination with internal departments as needed.
  6. Serve as a subject matter resource for digital fraud matters and provide guidance to internal teams regarding fraud trends, red flags, investigative findings, and recommended next steps.
  7. Support the configuration, testing, tuning, and ongoing review of fraud detection tools, rules engines, alert logic, behavioral analytics, identity verification tools, and digital risk platforms.
  8. Assist with reviewing fraud model performance, alert effectiveness, false positive trends, and opportunities to improve detection accuracy and operational efficiency.
  9. Maintain working knowledge of AI/ML-driven fraud detection platforms, behavioral biometric tools, device fingerprinting systems, identity verification solutions, digital risk signals, data enrichment tools, and case management workflows.
  10. Participate in testing and implementation efforts related to new fraud prevention tools, digital channel controls, system enhancements, and process improvements.
  11. Collaborate with Virtual/Digital Banking, Member Services, Lending, IT, Cybersecurity, Payments, Compliance, and BSA/AML during fraud investigations, escalations, and digital fraud events.
  12. Support incident response efforts related to digital channel fraud by gathering documentation, summarizing findings, identifying member impact, and assisting with post-incident review.
  13. Coordinate with vendors and internal partners regarding system issues, detection concerns, case handling, platform performance, or fraud prevention enhancements.
  14. Ensure investigations and related actions comply with applicable regulatory requirements, including BSA/AML, KYC/CIP, OFAC, Regulation E, Regulation Z, privacy requirements, and internal policies and procedures.
  15. Prepare reports, summaries, and trend information related to alert volumes, case activity, losses, recoveries, emerging fraud schemes, and digital fraud risk indicators.
  16. Assist with maintaining and updating fraud procedures, job aids, investigative guidelines, training materials, and digital fraud prevention resources.
  17. Support audit, exam, fraud risk assessment, and compliance-related requests by providing accurate data, documentation, and investigative support.
  18. Identify opportunities to strengthen fraud controls, improve investigative processes, reduce losses, and enhance the member experience.
  19. Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and sound judgment when handling sensitive member, employee, account, and fraud-related information.
  20. Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements
Required Skills and Abilities
  1. Strong analytical, investigative, and decision-making skills.
  2. Strong understanding of digital fraud risks, fraud trends, and financial crime typologies.
  3. Ability to evaluate complex information, identify patterns, and make sound recommendations.
  4. Member-focused mindset with the ability to balance fraud prevention, risk mitigation, and member experience.
  5. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving fraud environment.
  6. High level of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail.
  7. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  8. Ability to clearly document investigative steps, findings, decisions, and outcomes.
  9. Ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams, member-facing departments, vendors, and compliance partners.
  10. Strong working knowledge of fraud detection tools, case management systems, digital banking platforms, and transaction-monitoring systems.
  11. Ability to adapt to changing fraud trends, emerging digital risks, and evolving technology.
  12. Ability to work independently while escalating high-risk matters appropriately.

Education and Experience
  1. Three to five or more years of fraud prevention, digital fraud analysis, financial crimes, or fraud operations experience within a financial institution.
  2. Prior experience in a senior analyst, fraud specialist, or similar investigative role preferred.
  3. Hands-on experience with enterprise fraud detection tools, AI/ML-driven platforms, behavioral analytics, rules engines, identity verification tools, or Case Management Systems.
  4. Strong understanding of digital channel fraud, including account takeover, synthetic identities, credential stuffing, bot attacks, phishing, mule activity, digital account opening fraud, remote deposit fraud, and digital payment fraud.
  5. Experience in a credit union, community bank, financial institution, or fintech environment preferred.
  6. Experience supporting fraud rules engine logic, alert tuning, fraud model performance review, or fraud platform implementation preferred.
  7. Certifications such as CFE, CFCS, CAFP, or CAMS preferred.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  1. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer - 7 to 8 hours per day.
  2. Light lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling objects up to 25 lbs.
  3. Intermittent walking and bending.
  4. General office environment: works generally at a desk in a well-lighted, air-conditioned cubicle/office, with moderate noise levels.

Work Location
This is an on-site position at our Corporate Headquarters in Yuba City, CA. Remote work is not available for this role.
Compensation Range
The company anticipates offering an annual salary range between $85,000 to $97,500 for this position at the time of hire. This range includes base salary and does not include possible overtime for non-exempt employees or any applicable performance-based incentives or commissions.
Annual Merit Increase
Employees are eligible for a discretionary yearly merit-based salary adjustment, based on individual performance and company results.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
We provide a robust benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance including:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance options
  • Voluntary Lines including hospital indemnity, accident, and critical illness policies
  • Company Paid HRA (with enrollment in certain health plans)
  • Company Paid Basic Term Life Insurance
    • Coverage at 2ร— annual base salary, up to a maximum of $500,000 for full-time employees
    • $25,000 for part-time employees
  • Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance for Full-Time Employees
  • Company Paid Telehealth Services Membership (Teladoc)
  • Company Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
    • Employer-funded safe harbor contribution of 3% of employee's eligible earnings
    • Discretionary employer match on employee contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
    • HSA
    • Medical FSA
    • Dependent Care FSA
    • Limited Purpose FSA
  • Paid Time Off
    • Generous leave policies including vacation and sick time
    • 11 paid holidays
  • Travel Expense Reimbursement
    • All necessary and work-related travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with company policy

The preceding list of duties does not include all tasks and responsibilities that may be required with this position. Additional tasks may be assigned, as departmental and operational needs require.
Salary Description
$85,000 to $97,500/ per year