Fraud Investigator

Job Title: Fraud Investigator (Contract)

Location: Columbus, OH (100% onsite initially)

Duration: 3–6 months

Pay Rate: $24–$26 per hour (W2)

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Fraud Investigator to support financial crime investigations within a banking environment. This role involves analyzing account activity, identifying suspicious transactions, and preparing detailed reports in compliance with regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and writing skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining high levels of accuracy and confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations on potentially fraudulent or suspicious account activity across consumer and commercial products
• Analyze transaction patterns to identify unusual or high-risk behavior
• Prepare clear, accurate, and complete Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) when required
• Maintain thorough and well-documented case notes in a case management system
• Review various financial products including deposit accounts, loans, credit/debit cards, and related services
• Communicate findings and recommendations to internal stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, including AML and BSA guidelines
• Meet established deadlines and service level agreements for case completion

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Criminal Justice, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet tight deadlines
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with fraud investigations or financial crime analysis
• Experience writing or reviewing Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs)
• Background in banking, financial services, accounting, or auditing
• Familiarity with AML, BSA, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Experience working with case management systems

Work Environment & Training

• Fully onsite role during initial training and onboarding period
• Approximately 4 weeks of training with strict attendance requirements
• Day shift schedule; exact hours may be subject to change
• Fast-paced, production-driven environment with a focus on accuracy and quality

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employment

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates: Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.