Financial Crimes Investigator

Company: Kforce Finance and Accounting
Location: Plano
Posted on: January 11, 2021

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce has a client in search of a Financial Crimes Investigator in Plano, TX. Duties: * Conduct timely fraud investigations and due diligence on existing merchant accounts using policies and procedures, to independently investigate fraud alerts on our merchants and customers using a variety of investigative tools and systems* Prepares clear, accurate and concise investigation summaries as well as suspicious activity reports (SARs)* Establish and maintain solid working relationships with peers and internal partners* Conduct investigations as requested by internal partners* Serve as an escalation point for other internal departments for potential financial crimes situations; May either partner with or ultimately assume the investigation depending on the complexity and risks* Proactive identification of enhancements to increase the effectiveness of the monitoring program and detection systems* Maintain sufficient knowledge of Fraud/BSA/AML/OFAC as developments occur* Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of our business operations, products/services, systems, and the associated risks* Perform other tasks as assignedJob Requirements:REQUIREMENTS:* BA/BS in Financial Services, Risk Management, Criminal Justice or related fields preferred* CFE, CAMS or other relevant business designation preferred* Minimum 3 years of experience with AML, CTF, fraud, intelligence or similar monitoring and investigation in a global environment for both consumers and small businesses* Knowledge of the regulatory environment of the financial services industry* Innate curiosity to research, understand, make sense, of and communicate complex information* Advanced computer/internet navigation skills in order to quickly and effectively use a variety of proprietary systems, investigative programs, and case management systems* Excellent investigation and analysis skills* Precise, concise, and logical writing skills to succinctly convey information* Comfortable working with law enforcement, legal, and auditors* Experience operating in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment* Ability to gain an understanding of corporate and specific policies/control environment, as well as key processes, practices and routines that impact compliance requirements and risk mitigation through transaction and behavioral monitoring* Team player with demonstrable ability to influence peers to accomplish shared goals* Proficient Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Word, Power Point) user and Structured Query Language (SQL) experience preferred* Result-oriented and assertive (you don't shy away from challenging situations)Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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