Fraud Investigator & Risk Analytics Lead

FVCbank; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

FVCbank in Manassas, VA seeks a Fraud Analyst who serves as a primary point of contact and subject matter expert in identifying, investigating, and mitigating financial crime risks. You will protect the bank and our customers by leading complex fraud investigations, providing guidance on high-risk activity, and ensuring regulatory and internal control compliance.

This role requires advanced analytical skills, sound judgment, effective written and verbal communication, and the ability to operate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience in bank fraud detection or financial investigations.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and/or CAMS designation preferred (or willingness to obtain within 12 months).
• Strong familiarity with online banking products, services, and applicable regulations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Fraud Mitigation: Monitor, investigate, and resolve complex fraud alerts across all banking channels, including checks, ACH, deposit accounts, debit cards, wires, and Zelle. Review periodic reports to detect suspicious activity.
• Risk Management: Assess, track, and escalate high-risk activity promptly. Lead in-depth investigations into suspicious activity and provide feedback to management.
• Investigations: Conduct specialized investigations with a focus on new online accounts, digital onboarding, and application fraud.
• Communication & Escalation: Serve as a primary point of contact for fraud-related matters. Provide guidance to branch staff and internal partners, and assist the Director of BSA and Fraud with escalations to legal, regulatory, or law enforcement agencies. Coordinate with management to approve or deny claims and manage account closures.
• Collaboration: Partner cross-functionally with other business units to resolve fraud issues and minimize customer impact. Individual will be cross-trained in other areas of the BSA Department.
• Reporting: Prepare regulatory, monthly, quarterly, and annual fraud activity reports, identifying trends, losses, and control gaps.
• Compliance & Development: Ensure ongoing compliance with bank policies and federal regulations (e.g., BSA, USA Patriot Act, OFAC). Participate in and assist with fraud awareness training for staff and customers.

Skills

Fraud detection

Investigations

Regulatory compliance

Analytics

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

FVCbank in Manassas, VA seeks a Fraud Analyst who serves as a primary point of contact and subject matter expert in identifying, investigating, and mitigating financial crime risks. You will protect the bank and our customers by leading complex fraud investigations, providing guidance on high-risk activity, and ensuring regulatory and internal control compliance.

This role requires advanced analytical skills, sound judgment, effective written and verbal communication, and the ability to operate