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Fraud Investigation Analyst at ESL Federal Credit Union

Fraud Investigation Analyst

ESL Federal Credit Union · New York

6 days ago

Fraud Investigation Analyst

ESL Federal Credit Union · New York

7 days ago
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About the Role

This position monitors and ensures the 24/7 online functionality of fraud systems, maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations. The role is accountable for the organization's risk tolerance by sharing ideas and recommendations. Responsibilities include managing the department's expense budget, handling invoices, quarterly variance reporting, and assisting the Manager, Fraud Prevention & Investigation. The position also leads and participates in corporate and local projects.

Responsibilities

  • Develops, implements, and refines critical fraud system controls for detecting and preventing fraud, including testing to validate fraud processes.
  • Coordinates department responses for escalated issues from internal/external partners, customers, and leadership.
  • Analyzes activity to detect and prevent fraudulent activity based on reports, alerts, or notifications.
  • Prepares and analyzes internal and external fraud loss data reporting to monitor risk management activities.
  • Develops and maintains documentation for departmental processes, procedures, and standards.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with vendors, financial institutions, authorities, and internal partners.
  • Identifies, develops, and implements improvements to supported front-line processes to maximize operational efficiency and member satisfaction.
  • Tracks, reviews, and communicates regulatory/product changes in coordination with the Supervisor, Fraud Prevention & Investigation.
  • Monitors, analyzes, and compiles reporting on fraud prevention metrics and recommends process improvements.
  • Conducts annual Fraud Prevention & Investigation Vendor Reviews.
  • Analyzes workflow volumes to ensure appropriate staffing levels.
  • Prepares monthly/quarterly management reports of all activities, including losses and recovered monies.
  • Maintains an in-depth awareness of company goals and industry trends.
  • Provides backup support to the Supervisor and/or Manager of Fraud Prevention & Investigations as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or 4 years equivalent directly related experience.
  • 5+ years of fraud, risk management, or operational experience preferably at a financial institution.
  • Demonstrates alignment with ESL’s Core Values, mission, vision, and Purpose.
  • Extensive experience in resolving conflict and conducting investigations/interviews while maintaining composure.
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or willing to obtain within 12 months.
  • Strong working knowledge of regulations.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent ability to interpret and analyze data, draw high-level conclusions, and outline next steps.
  • Excellent ability to compile, interpret, and present findings to various roles within the company, up to Senior Vice President.
  • Capable of self-direction, independent judgment, and handling multiple priorities.
  • Ability to handle confidential material to avoid disclosure.
  • Advanced level application of skills in PC applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Visio or similar database).
  • Ability to calmly and efficiently work in a fast-paced environment using data to problem-solve.

Skills

  • Fraud detection
  • Fraud prevention
  • Risk management
  • Operational experience
  • Conflict resolution
  • Investigation
  • Interviewing
  • Regulatory knowledge
  • Data analysis
  • Data interpretation
  • Presentation skills
  • Self-direction
  • Independent judgment
  • Prioritization
  • Confidentiality
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power Point
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Database management
  • Problem-solving

Location

  • Rochester, NY

Work Type

  • Hybrid
  • Remote eligible up to 40%
  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • 5+ years

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or willing to obtain within 12 months

Salary/Compensations

  • Starting Pay: $101,852
  • Salary Range: $78,363 - $113,596

Benefits

  • Wellness program
  • Family assistance plan
  • 401k with match
  • Paid volunteer time
  • Learning & Development training
  • Annual performance-based incentive

About the Company

  • ESL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, believing it makes the organization stronger and more successful.
  • ESL strives to ensure a robust talent pool of qualified candidates with diverse skillsets.
  • ESL has been recognized by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2010.

Equal Opportunity

  • We’re committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • We believe we are a stronger, more successful organization because of this commitment.
  • We strive to ensure a robust talent pool of qualified candidates with a variety of skillsets and capabilities for all our openings.
  • We hire great people and welcome all new hires to our award-winning work environment, which has been recognized by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2010.