Fraud Analyst

Immediate need for a talented Fraud Analyst . This is a 12+ Months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Phoenix, AZ (Remote, role most of the time, contractor will be required to go into Phoenix office once a week).

Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID : 24-21331

Pay Range : $28 / hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

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Key Responsibilities :

• As a Fraud Analyst I, you will be responsible for researching and analyzing high risk transactions across payment channels to identify indications of potential fraud.
• This incumbent will effectively respond to fraudulent events in order to minimize loss and promote recovery.
• The Fraud Analyst I will work collaboratively with both internal and external clients to appropriately investigate, report, and resolve both attempted and actual fraudulent events.
• The Fraud Analyst I will also evaluate results of actions to support fraud trend analysis and ensure best practices are followed.
• Review payment channels in a fast paced environment generated from Bank fraud monitoring products and rapidly decision fraud alerts.
• Investigate and research cases and potentially suspicious situations; efficiently arriving at sound risk based conclusions in order to minimize fraud losses.
• Clearly document and support judgments, decisions and rationale, which will necessitate strong writing skills and the ability to maintain files and records in accordance with business unit standards.
• Prepare regulatory and investigative reports (SARs).
• Identify fraud trends and communicate observations to management.
• Maintain and update case management system for tracking of fraud cases and relevant information.
• Work closely and collaboratively with members of the Fraud Department.
• Provide advisory guidance in fraud prevention techniques and best practices for both internal and external clientele.
• Identify internal procedural violations and recommend actions to mitigate reoccurrence.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and decision making in the context of regulatory requirements, Bank policies, and industry best practices.
• Apply project management and organization skills to a variety of tasks; demonstrating flexibility and problem solving skills.
• Possess proficiency in understanding banking products and workflows, especially payment systems (check, wire, ACH, and online banking).

Key Requirements and Technology Experience :

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• At least 2 years of specifically relevant business experience preferably within the Banking industry or financial crime law enforcement;

plus a basic understanding of fraud detection and prevention.

• Ability to learn and use a variety of systems and technology.
• Ability to work independently on special projects.
• Demonstrate aptitude to utilize computer systems, adhere to bank policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with applicable bank regulations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Works well in a team environment

Our client is a leading Financial organization and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions.

If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.