About this role
Fraud Analyst
- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND
- Experience 1 - 3 years
- Location Lagos
- Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit , Risk Management and Compliance
Key Responsibilities
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Monitor transactions, accounts, and activities to identify suspicious or potentially fraudulent behaviour.
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Investigate fraud alerts, suspicious transactions, and reported incidents.
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Analyse transaction patterns and data to detect unusual activities and emerging fraud trends.
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Review customer information and supporting documentation during fraud investigations.
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Conduct preliminary investigations and gather relevant evidence for identified cases.
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Escalate confirmed or high-risk cases to the appropriate management or relevant teams.
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Prepare accurate fraud investigation reports and maintain proper documentation of cases.
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Work closely with Risk, Compliance, Operations, and other relevant departments.
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Recommend improvements to fraud detection, prevention, and internal control processes.
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Monitor fraud trends and provide insights to support proactive risk management.
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Ensure all activities are conducted in line with company policies and applicable regulations.
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Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive customer and company information.
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Requirements and Qualifications
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Bachelor's Degree or HND in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Banking and Finance, Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
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Relevant experience in Fraud Analysis, Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Control, Audit, Banking, Fintech, or Financial Services is an advantage.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to identify suspicious patterns and inconsistencies.
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Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant data analysis tools.
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Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
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Good report-writing and documentation skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.