Description Summary:The Fraud Investigator role within the Fraud Investigations Departments at Huntington National Bank is responsible for investigating various types of more complex suspicious activity to determine fraud exposure to the bank. Utilizing multiple systems, tools and investigative techniques including conducting informational and admission seeking interviews to gather relevant data to assess the level of risk to the bank. Maintain accurate, complete, and detailed fraud case records within the case management system for trend and link analysis and for building comprehensive cases for presentment to law enforcement. The Fraud Investigator is also responsible for filing accurate, complete and timely Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), identifying and escalating fraud trends, mitigating losses to the bank, communicating and assisting law enforcement. Types of case investigations conducted include Check, Electronic and Identity Theft Fraud. Duties and Responsibilities:
Investigate referrals of suspicious activity related to potential external fraud and financial crimes
Understand all types of financial transactions and related rules and statues
Utilize multiple bank systems to assist with analysis of suspicious activity
Responsible for timely and complete documentation of investigative activity in the designated case management system, the collection and compilation of relevant evidence to support the case, and the filing of well-constructed, complete, and accurate Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs) on applicable cases.
Maintain subject matter expertise and ensure work completed adheres to applicable regulations, policies, and procedures
Understand all types of financial transactions and related rules and statutes
Evaluate and conduct Loss and Risk Mitigation efforts
Work independently as part of a team
Act as a liaison to local, state, and federal law enforcement on matters relating to fraudulent, illegal activity.
Work with internal and external partners to identify and communicate organized crime or fraud trends.
Communicates significant issues to management and makes recommendations when weaknesses are identified
Performs other duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
High school Diploma
1 year experience in managing cases/investigations covering financial crimes related to Check Fraud, Electronic Fraud, and/or Identity Theft
Minimum of 2 years of professional experience working in fraud, compliance, risk, or financial investigations
1 Year SAR (Suspicious Activity Reports) Writing
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong proficiency with various Microsoft Office programs including Excel
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to multitask, maintain variable workloads and follow established timeframes
Bachelor’s Degree (Business, Criminal Justice, Legal, or Communications preferred)
Experience in investigations that includes work with financial crimes related to Check Fraud, Electronic Fraud, Elder Financial Exploitation and/or Identity Theft
Comprehensive knowledge of banking regulations and Suspicious Activity Reporting requirements
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Forensic Investigator (CFI), Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS), Certified Financial Crimes Specialist (CFCI)
Experience with ActOne, Lexis Nexis, OneNote, Excel, Word
Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)
NoWorkplace Type:HybridHuntington is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.Tobacco-Free Hiring Practice: Visit Huntington's Career Web Site for more details.Agency Statement: Huntington does not accept solicitation from Third Party Recruiters for any positionThis employer will not sponsor applicants for the following work visas: F-1 student, H-1B worker, O-1 worker, TN worker, E-3 worker. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
