• Application Deadline:
• Position: Fraud Investigator (North Central)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 4 years


• Location Zamfara


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

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.