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TQL

Fraud and Theft Analyst

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$18.50/hr

Review and complete TQL fraud preventative audits ... Manage carrier's loading status through risk assessments* Assess and problem solve situations ...

Prolim Global

Fraud Investigator (L1)

Milford, OH · On-site

Analyze financial transactions to identify unusual or suspicious activity. * Investigate fraud ... Perform risk assessments on flagged accounts and transactions. * Apply established fraud rules ...

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A Fraud Risk Analyst is responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks related to fraudulent activities within an organization. They analyze transactions, monitor patterns, and use various tools and techniques to detect potential fraud. Their work helps protect the company from financial losses and ensures compliance with relevant laws and regulations. They may also recommend improvements to internal controls and work closely with other departments to develop anti-fraud strategies.

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To thrive as a Fraud Risk Analyst, you typically need strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a background in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with fraud detection software, data analysis tools like SQL or Python, and sometimes certifications such as CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) are valuable. Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills help analysts effectively investigate suspicious activities and present findings. These skills are crucial for identifying and mitigating fraud risks, protecting organizational assets, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

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Fraud Risk Analysts often face the challenge of keeping up with increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes and rapidly changing technologies. Staying ahead requires continuous learning, adapting to new tools, and proactively identifying emerging risks. Collaboration with IT, data science, and compliance teams is essential to implement effective controls and respond quickly to potential threats. Additionally, balancing thorough investigations with the need for efficient customer experiences can be demanding, making strong analytical and communication skills vital.

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Fraud Strategy & Tools Analyst

Columbus, OH • Hybrid

FIRST MERCHANTS
Finance and Insurance • 1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

First Merchants Bank rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 22 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Fraud Strategy & Tools Specialist to join our team! As part of the External Fraud Working Group’s strategic initiative, this role is designed to centralize and enhance the bank’s use of fraud prevention and detection tools and technologies. The Fraud Strategy & Tools Specialist will be responsible for fully understanding, optimizing, and aligning fraud tools with business goals, while proactively identifying trends and recommending improvements. This role will serve as a key liaison between fraud operations, line of business (LOB) teams, and external vendors. This role is approved for a hybrid work schedule within our operational footprint.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Tool Optimization & Oversight 
    • Attend vendor and user group meetings to stay current on tool capabilities and updates. 
    • Monitor system changes and assess their impact—both positive and negative—on fraud detection and prevention.
    • Fully understand the capabilities of existing fraud tools and identify opportunities for enhancement.
  • Strategic Coordination & Documentation 
    • Understand fraud practices and control effectiveness. 
    • Coordinate with LOBs to support decision-making related to fraud tools and strategies. 
    • Document current state, key decisions, and maintain up-to-date records of tool configurations and usage.
    • Research and recommend leading practices in fraud prevention and technology utilization.
  • Fraud Intelligence & Triage
    • Identify and analyze fraud trends across channels and products. 
    • Participate in the fraud triage team to support rapid response and resolution.
    • Provide recommendations for ongoing tuning and configuration of fraud detection systems.
  • Proactive Engagement & Business Alignment
    • Bring forward ideas and recommendations to improve fraud prevention strategies. 
    • Align fraud tool usage with broader business goals and risk appetite. 
    • Serve as a proactive partner to internal stakeholders and external vendors.

To be successful in this position, we require the following: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, information systems, or related field. 
  • A minimum of three (3) years of experience in fraud prevention, risk management, or financial technology.
  • Fraud Analytics Experience with one or more fraud detection tools or platforms such as NICE/Actimize, Q2 Sentinel, FICO, Abrigo BAM+, Vertifi, TrueChecks, Alloy, etc.

The following would be a plus: 

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams.
  • Knowledge of fraud typologies and emerging threats.
  • • Ability to translate technical capabilities into business value. 
  • Detail-oriented with strong documentation and organizational skills.

First Merchants offers the following:

  • Base Pay PLUS Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401k
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Vacation/Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Additional Benefits

A little about us:

First Merchants is guided by a genuine philosophy of being a meaningful place to work and having a prosperous impact across all walks of life throughout the communities we serve, including consumers, businesses and other organizations. Our Vision, Mission and Team statement reflect and reinforce that authentic service philosophy.

Our Vision is:

To enhance the financial wellness of the diverse communities we serve.

Our Mission is:

To be the most responsive, knowledgeable, and high-performing financial organization for our clients, teammates, and shareholders.

Our Team:

"We are a collection of dynamic colleagues with diverse experiences and perspectives who share a passion for positively impacting lives. We are genuinely committed to attracting and engaging teammates of diverse backgrounds. We believe in the power of inclusion and belonging."

Apply today to begin your career with us!

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