Senior Fraud Investigator & Strategy Lead

Ascensus; Massachusetts; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascensus is seeking a Senior Fraud Investigator to lead complex investigations, identify emerging fraud patterns, and serve as a subject matter expert within the fraud function. The role emphasizes independence, sound judgment, and handling high-impact casework while contributing to fraud risk strategies.

The position involves partnering with operations, compliance, legal, and technology teams to improve controls, addres s root causes, and strengthen prevention.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of progressive experience in fraud investigations, financial crimes, or financial services risk management.
• Strong experience conducting complex investigations with multiple data points, linked accounts, and suspicious activity patterns.
• Knowledge of fraud typologies, investigative techniques, and risk management practices.
• Certifications such as CFE, CAMS, CFCS are a plus.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex fraud investigations involving multiple accounts, transactions, channels, and/or subjects.
• Identify and analyze emerging fraud trends, typologies, and risk indicators.
• Conduct root cause analysis of fraud events and identify opportunities to strengthen fraud controls.
• Use internal systems, reporting, and data sources to investigate linked activity and patterns.
• Prepare clear case documentation, investigative summaries, and escalation materials.
• Support high-priority escalations and complex fraud events requiring timely containment and coordination.
• Partner with operations, compliance, legal, technology, and other stakeholders to support investigative outcomes.
• Help improve investigative procedures, documentation standards, and case management practices.
• Provide subject matter guidance to business partners and team members as needed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and stronger fraud mitigation practices.

Skills

Fraud investigations

Data analysis

Investigation leadership

Communication with stakeholders

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

CFE

CAMS

CFCS

Job description

Ascensus is seeking a Senior Fraud Investigator to lead complex investigations, identify emerging fraud patterns, and serve as a subject matter expert within the fraud function. The role emphasizes independence, sound judgment, and handling high-impact casework while contributing to fraud risk strategies.

The position involves partnering with operations, compliance, legal, and technology teams to improve controls, addres s root causes, and strengthen prevention.