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Fraud Investigator in San Francisco, CA

Fraud Investigator job description

Fraud investigators must have at least three years of experience and a bachelor’s degree in business, finance or a related field. Firms look for detail-oriented candidates with effective verbal and writing skills and the ability to work well under tight deadlines. Experience completing suspicious activity reports (SAR) and drafting SAR narratives is preferred.

Typical fraud investigator duties:

Conducting investigations on confirmed and suspected cases of fraud and other related financial crimesResearching potential fraudulent activities and unusual transaction reportsCompiling investigative documentationConducting interviews as part of fraud investigationsMaking recommendations to enhance internal controlsDrafting SARs and filing police reports as necessary

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Salary for Fraud Investigator in San Francisco, CA

90100 - 131240

Low
90100
The candidate is new to the role or has limited experience and is still developing core skills.
Mid
111180
The candidate has moderate experience in the role or one similar, meets most requirements and may hold transferable skills or relevant certifications.
High
131240
The candidate has extensive experience in the role, demonstrates advanced skills and often brings specialized certifications or industry experience.
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