Payments Fraud Analyst : 26-03008

Akraya, Inc.; Newark, Phoenix (DE, AZ); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya is seeking a Fraud Analytics Specialist to optimize fraud detection rules and minimize losses by translating data findings into strategic insights for leadership.

Based in Newark, DE or Phoenix, AZ, this hybrid W2 contract role spans 3+ months with a pay range of $30–$36 per hour. Proficiency in SQL, Tableau, and Excel is required to build visual reports and drive continuous fraud improvements.

Qualifications

• Must have experience analyzing fraud control effectiveness and identifying gaps in controls.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction and querying.
• Ability to create compelling visualizations with Tableau to communicate findings.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for fraud-related challenges.
• Experience evaluating and optimizing fraud rules and strategies in financial services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Extract and manipulate data from multiple sources.
• Develop visual reports to communicate findings.
• Identify opportunities for rule optimization.
• Respond to urgent fraud-related issues.

Skills

SQL

Visualization

Tableau

Excel

Root Cause Analysis

Job description

Primary Skills:

• SQL (advanced)
• Visualization (advanced)
• Tableau (advanced)
• Excel (advanced)
• Root Case Analysis (advanced)

Contract Type: W2 Duration: 3+ Months Location: Newark, DE or Phoenix -AZ(#LI-Hybrid) Pay Range: $30/hr. - $36/hr. on W2 #LP

Job Summary This role involves analyzing and optimizing fraud detection rules to minimize financial losses and inform strategic decisions. You will extract data from various sources and translate complex findings into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Extract and manipulate data from multiple sources.
• Develop visual reports to communicate findings.
• Identify opportunities for rule optimization.
• Respond to urgent fraud-related issues.

Must-Have Skills:

• Anayses the effectiveness of fraud detection strategies and conducts root cause analysis of fraudulent activity to identify control gaps.
• Proficiency in SQL for data extraction.
• Ability to create compelling visualizations with Tableau.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience evaluating and optimizing fraud rules and strategies within the financial services industry is preferred.

ABOUT AKRAYA

Akraya is an award-winning IT staffing firm consistently recognized for our commitment to excellence and a thriving work environment. Most recently, we were recognized Inc's Best Workplaces 2024 and Silicon Valley's Best Places to Work by the San Francisco Business Journal (2024) and Glassdoor's Best Places to Work (2023 & 2022)! Industry Leaders in IT Staffing As staffing solutions providers for Fortune 100 companies, Akraya's industry recognitions solidify our leadership position in the IT staffing space. We don't just connect you with great jobs, we connect you with a workplace that inspires!