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Russell Tobin

Fraud Investigator

Russell Tobin, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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Base pay range $26.42/hr - $26.42/hr

Lead Executive – US Recruitment | Talent Acquisition Specialist | MBA (HR & Marketing) | Tech & Non-Tech Hiring | Building High-Performing Teams… We’re hiring a

Financial Crimes Operations Specialist

to support our fraud investigations and regulatory reporting team. This position plays a key role in analyzing suspicious activity, identifying potential external fraud, and documenting findings that support compliance with federal regulations.

The role involves detailed analysis of transactions, preparation of reports, and communication with investigation leads to ensure timely and accurate resolution of cases. You’ll work with multiple fraud typologies—such as check, wire, card, and online banking—and help maintain a high standard of accuracy and compliance throughout all investigative work.

Key Responsibilities

Review alerts, referrals, and account activity for potential fraudulent or unusual behavior.

Conduct analysis to identify the

root cause

of issues and recommend corrective actions.

Prepare and document

Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)

in accordance with internal standards and regulatory guidelines.

Maintain complete and organized case records using a case management system.

Communicate findings clearly in written reports and escalate concerns when necessary.

Collaborate closely with team leads and investigators to ensure accuracy and consistency in reporting.

Prioritize tasks effectively while meeting tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Protect confidential information and adhere to all compliance, security, and ethical standards.

Qualifications & Skills

Required:

Strong proficiency in

Microsoft Excel

and

Microsoft Word

(required daily use).

Excellent written communication and documentation skills.

Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.

Proven attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Dependable, proactive, and able to adapt to changing priorities.

Preferred:

Experience preparing or reviewing

Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) .

Background in

fraud investigation, AML/BSA, accounting, auditing, or financial services .

Bachelor’s degree in

Business, Finance, Accounting, Criminal Justice, or related field .

Professional certifications such as

CFE

or

CAMS/ACAMS .

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Banking and Investment Banking

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