Fraud Investigation Associate (AC Manila)

PwC Acceleration Center Manila; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center Manila is seeking a Fraud Investigation Associate to help maintain regulatory compliance and manage risk for clients. You will advise on compliance strategies and navigate complex regulatory landscapes within a global team.

You will conduct audits, develop and maintain programs, and apply data-driven analysis to identify fraud patterns. The role offers learning with exposure to diverse clients and professional growth in compliance services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2–3 years of experience; oral and written proficiency in English required.
• Fraud investigation and analysis of suspicious activities and transactions.
• Investigation of Card Fraud, Wire Fraud, Online Account Fraud and Check Fraud cases.
• Identification and management of fraud typologies (Identity Theft, Account Abuse, ATO, Profile Takeover, Scams).

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance audits and reviews to confirm regulatory adherence.
• Implement compliance programs and frameworks to mitigate client risks.
• Analyze data to identify patterns for risk assessments and compliance strategies.
• Support development and maintenance of regulatory compliance programs.
• Collaborate to navigate regulatory landscapes and enhance internal controls.
• Monitor transactions to prevent financial crimes and ensure standards compliance.
• Provide guidance on compliance strategies and regulatory reporting.
• Uphold firm code of conduct through ethics and professional standards.
• Gather information from diverse sources to inform compliance decisions.
• Participate in ongoing compliance training and development.
• Investigate suspicious activities to detect and mitigate fraudulent behavior.
• Conduct investigations involving Card, Wire, Online Account, and Check Fraud.
• Identify and manage fraud typologies including Identity Theft, ATO, and Scams.

Skills

English proficiency

Fraud investigation

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center Manila and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands‑on learning, cutting‑edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a Fraud Investigation Associate, you will play a crucial role in maintaining regulatory compliance and managing risks for clients, providing advice and solutions. Within our Risk & Regulatory practice, you will focus on confirming adherence to regulatory requirements and mitigating risks for clients. You will provide guidance on compliance strategies and help clients navigate complex regulatory landscapes. As an Associate, you will be driven by curiosity, contributing to client engagement and projects while developing your skills and knowledge to deliver quality work. You will be exposed to clients to learn how to build meaningful client connections, manage and inspire others, and grow your personal brand by deepening your technical knowledge of firm services and technology resources.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center Manila, you will take ownership and consistently deliver quality work that drives value for our clients and success as a team. You will adapt to working with a variety of clients and team members, each presenting varying challenges and scope. Every experience is an opportunity to learn and grow, allowing you to build a brand for yourself and open doors to more opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Conducting compliance audits and reviews to confirm adherence to regulatory requirements
• Implementing compliance programs and frameworks to mitigate risks for clients
• Analyzing data to identify patterns and inform risk assessments and compliance strategies
• Supporting the development and maintenance of regulatory compliance programs
• Collaborating with team members to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and enhance internal controls
• Monitoring transactions to prevent financial crimes and validate compliance with standards
• Providing guidance on compliance strategies and regulatory reporting requirements
• Applying business ethics and professional standards to uphold the firm's code of conduct
• Gathering information from diverse sources to discern patterns and inform compliance decisions
• Participating in compliance training and development to enhance personal growth and team success
• Investigating and analyzing suspicious activities and transactions to detect, prevent, and mitigate fraudulent behavior.
• Conducting investigations involving Card Fraud, Wire Fraud, Online Account Fraud, and Check Fraud.
• Identifying and managing fraud typologies, including Identity Theft, Account Abuse, Account Takeover (ATO), Profile Takeover, and Scams.

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor's degree
• At least 2 to 3 years of experienceOral and written proficiency in English required
• Fraud investigation and analysis of suspicious activities and transactions to detect, prevent, and mitigate fraudulent behavior.
• Investigation of Card Fraud, Wire Fraud, Online Account Fraud, and Check Fraud cases.
• Identification and management of fraud typologies, including Identity Theft, Account Abuse, Account Takeover (ATO), Profile Takeover, and Scams.

What Sets You Apart

• Demonstrating proficiency in compliance and governance frameworks
• Utilizing data analysis and interpretation for risk assessment
• Engaging in compliance program implementation and maintenance
• Applying knowledge of regulatory authority compliance standards
• Excelling in communication and active listening skills
• Adapting to diverse client needs and team dynamics
• Building commercial awareness and understanding business operations