Entry Level Fraud Investigator Jobs

INTRODUCTION

With benefits starting on day one, bank holidays, profit sharing and company-matched 401(k) contributions, Zions is dedicated to being an employer of choice in our communities. At Zions, the possibilities are endless. You bring the talent; we bring the opportunity.

We are currently seeking a Fraud Investigator to join our team. This position will be in office and is located at our Zions Bancorporation Technology Center in Midvale, UT.

What you’ll do:

• Conducts financial crimes investigations of external and customer activity.
• Writes clear and concise reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Communicates with branch, department managers, BSA Officers, and frontline groups as necessary, in researching and investigating cases.
• Makes recommendations for closing account relationships to the Investigations management. Escalates identified risks to team leadership.
• Uses various bank systems to conduct research of customer transaction activity including the case management system.
• Keeps current on fraud and BSA/AML investigative operations and the application of the BSA and USA PATRIOT Act requirements along with training requirements for the investigative role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in a related field or combination of investigative experience. Financial crime investigation experience preferred. A combination of education and experience may meet requirements.
• Relevant Professional Certification: Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS), Associate of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) or Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists (ACFCS) is a plus.
• Basic working knowledge of fraud detection/prevention principals, BSA/AML Compliance as it applies to suspicious activity for money laundering, terrorist financing and fraud.
• Basic understanding of complex financial transactions and business relationships and relationships between business entities.
• Good understanding of bank operations as it relates to the flow of funds through financial institutions.
• Good understanding of fraud, AML and terrorist financing red flags related to the identification of suspicious activity.
• Ability to meet deadlines, work independently and adapt to changing priorities.
• Good analytical skills, customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage deadlines, be organized, detail-oriented and high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to write and translate complex situations into easily understood narratives.
• Ability to be an independent thinker and to handle confidential, delicate and/or sensitive information or situations.
• Strong PC skills desired with an emphasis in MS Excel and Word.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays, and any applicable state holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees enrolled in an accredited degree program related to the needs of the business, maximum of $5,250 per calendar year, employees are eligible for the program upon hire
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products