Fraud Investigator (South East) at Moniepoint Inc.

Job Overview:

Under the guidance and supervision of the Lead for Fraud Investigation, Prosecution & Recovery, the Fraud Investigator will be responsible for developing and maintaining an excellent understanding of relevant fraud regulations and techniques. The Regional Investigator will identify allegations of fraud, waste and abuse of resources. The candidate will obtain and analyze relevant evidence, coordinate field assignments and ensure fraud investigations are promptly and effectively completed. He/She will work with internal and external stakeholders to recommend corrective actions that would prevent future occurrences. Selected candidates will be required to reside within the region.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Fraud Investigator will:

• Identify and analyze suspicious patterns, trends, and anomalies then develop investigative strategies and techniques to identify, evaluate, and prevent fraud.
• Establish, maintain, and update a fraud alert system within the region.
• Gather and analyze data from internal and external sources
• Perform investigations into suspected fraud and suspicious activity.
• Review financial and non-financial transactions for fraud.
• Prepare detailed reports of findings and recommendations.
• Maintain records of investigations and provide updates to management.
• Maintain awareness of and adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and policies.

Qualifications: 

• HND or Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, psychology, criminology, business administration, accounting, or related field.
• 4 years of experience in fraud investigation, internal audit, internal control, or related fields.
• 2 years experience as a police officer, spy police officer, or short course training by one or more law enforcement agencies in Nigeria is an added advantage.

Competencies:

• Good understanding of financial accounting principles, procedures, and regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of fraud investigation techniques and strategies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to details.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills.
• A good knowledge of banking or FinTech industry regulations and standards is an added advantage.