Fraud Investigator: Lead Investigations & Analytics

German American Bank; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD,Life

Educational assistance program

Wellness benefits

Paid parental bonding leave

401(k) match

Job summary

German American Bank is seeking a Fraud Investigator to lead investigations into suspected fraud, analyze transaction activity, and coordinate with internal teams, financial institutions, and law enforcement when necessary.

You will support regulatory reporting, identify fraud trends, mentor teammates, and help strengthen the bank’s fraud prevention strategy through diligent data analysis and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, criminal justice, cybersecurity, or related field.
• Experience in banking, fraud investigations, financial crimes, or risk management.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to evaluate complex transactions and account activity.
• Knowledge of fraud schemes, payment channels, and fraud prevention practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including documentation of investigative findings.
• Ability to collaborate with internal teams, external financial institutions, and law enforcement partners.
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple active investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into suspected fraud.
• Analyze transaction activity and digital banking data.
• Coordinate with internal teams, financial institutions, and law enforcement partners.
• Prepare documentation for regulatory reporting, including Suspicious Activity Reports.
• Support improvements to fraud prevention processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigation skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Banking/fraud experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, criminal justice, cybersecurity, or related field

Job description

German American Bank is seeking a Fraud Investigator to lead investigations into suspected fraud, analyze transaction activity, and coordinate with internal teams, financial institutions, and law enforcement when necessary.

You will support regulatory reporting, identify fraud trends, mentor teammates, and help strengthen the bank’s fraud prevention strategy through diligent data analysis and documentation.