Fraud Compliance Analyst

WHO WE ARE

Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers. 

Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. We are based in Dallas, TX and also have offices in Austin, New York, Chicago, Portland, Belfast, and Manila.

If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you. 

AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:

• 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards

• 2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company

• 2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards

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

• 2+ 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

• 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 MS 365

• Intermediate skill in Microsoft Excel

• Knowledge of options and securities trading preferred

Work Environment

• This job operates in a hybrid, office environment.

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​Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Our Rewards

We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS, we offer a 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.