Compliance Analyst (Fraud)

PEAK6; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

PTO

401k match

Parental leave

HSA contribution

Calm app subscription

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Apex Fintech Solutions is seeking a Fraud Compliance Analyst to support our Compliance team with investigations, fraud detection, and prevention in the fintech space. The role focuses on developing and maintaining a robust fraud program, handling system alerts, and responding to internal and external inquiries.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in fraud investigations, strong communication, and the ability to work with law enforcement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Criminal Justice, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of fraud investigations experience with asset recovery and SARs.
• Brokerage and/or banking background preferred.
• ACFE and/or CAMS credentials preferred; SQL experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead detailed investigations into suspected fraudulent activities.
• Analyze findings from internal and external reports to assess transaction legitimacy.
• Apply deductive reasoning to identify potential fraud events.
• Scrutinize funds movements and account changes for fraud indicators.
• Serve as a key contact for internal escalations related to suspected fraud.
• Review escalations from various departments and associations.
• Provide strong client support by addressing concerns and resolving issues.
• Collaborate with account holders and law enforcement during investigations.
• Stay updated on fraud trends and AML practices to improve processes.
• Apply new knowledge to enhance investigative methods.

Skills

Confidential information handling

Written and verbal communication

MS365 proficiency

Excel (advanced)

Knowledge of options and securities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or related field

3+ years fraud investigations experience

ACFE/CAMS preferred

SQL experience preferred

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Apex Fintech Solutions (Apex) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by building tech-forward solutions that help simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech software enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, Webull, and eToro, amongst many others; collectively, Apex powers access to the stock market for over 22+ million end customers. At Apex, we are changing how the securities industry operates by reinventing the status quo, which was manual, slow, and accessible only by the ultra-wealthy. We're digitizing and democratizing systems so that everyone has an opportunity to invest. When you're at Apex, you drive this change. You're part of a global team with a clear vision: to be the trusted technology that powers the digital economy.

Our offices in Austin, Dallas, Chicago, New York, Portland, Belfast, and Manila are home to over 1,000 employees. Together, we’re shaping the future of financial innovation. Embrace change. Solve big. Win together. And be G.R.E.A.T. — grit, results, empathy, accountability, and teamwork — with Apex. We’re proud to be recognized for the innovative work we do, the purpose-driven nature of our work, and the collaborative culture we’ve created.

Here are just a few of the many awards we’ve recently received: Best Places to Work 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023 - Presented by BuiltIn WealthTech of the Year 2025 - Presented by US FinTech Awards The World’s Top 250 Fintech Companies 2024 - Presented by CNBC.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Apex Fintech Solutions is currently seeking a Fraud Compliance Analyst to support our Compliance department with investigations, fraud detection, and prevention experience within the fintech industry. The role focuses on the development and maintenance of a robust fraud detection and prevention program, which includes investigating, and processing, system-generated suspicious transaction alerts as well as responding to a variety of internal and external inquiries.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead detailed investigations into suspected fraudulent activities.
• Analyze findings from internal and external reporting sources to assess the legitimacy of transactions.
• Apply deductive reasoning to identify potential fraud events.
• Scrutinize incoming funds, money movements, and account changes for indicators of fraud or unauthorized activities from an analytic, forensic, and investigative standpoint.
• Act as a key point of contact for managing internal escalations related to suspected fraud.
• Review and assess escalations from various business departments and associations.
• Provide exceptional support to Apex clients by addressing concerns and resolving potential issues.
• Collaborate with account holders and law enforcement agencies during investigations.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging fraud tactics, and methods shared by national organizations dedicated to fraud and Anti-Money Laundering (AML).
• Apply new knowledge to enhance investigative processes and strategies.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Criminal Justice, or a related field (or equivalent work experience) required.
• 3+ years of prior experience in a fraud investigations role; experience in administering all aspects of an investigation, including the recovery of assets, assisting victims, preparing case summaries, and writing SARs are required.
• Brokerage and/or banking industry experience preferred.
• Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) and/or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) preferred.
• SQL experience preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to handle confidential information in a mature and professional manner.
• Strong written and verbal communications with an attention to detail and ability to deal with sensitive communication appropriately.
• Proficiency in MS365.
• Intermediate skill in Microsoft Excel.
• Knowledge of options and securities trading preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a hybrid, office environment 3 days per week.

REWARDS

• Healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP).
• Competitive PTO.
• 401k match.
• Parental leave.
• HSA contribution match.
• Paid subscription to the Calm app.
• Generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits.
• Hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.

EEO STATEMENT

Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.

DISABILITY STATEMENT

Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.

Help us in our mission to democratize finance.

At Apex, we stand for efficiency and transparency. In every office, you’ll find passionate, committed, dedicated teams driven to find smart solutions to solve our clients’ toughest challenges. We are passionate about our employees, providing the benefits and perks that elevate you, reward you, and help you give back. We provide great flexibility, a collaborative, open work space, and real potential to grow with the firm.