Fraud Investigator (South West) 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.