Job Description

Wage Range: Min: $20.04, Mid: $24.05, Max: $28.06

A Brief Overview

The Fraud Analyst I analyzes fraud prevention data, identifies potentially fraudulent situations, and proceeds with the appropriate action to protect the Bank from a financial loss. Assists in performing diverse and detailed analysis of customer data and reviews to ensure integrity of that information and analyzes data from a variety of sources to monitor BSA regulated information and fraud-related instances. The Fraud Analyst I evaluates the adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency of the Bank's processes for compliance with regulatory BSA requirements, industry standards, and Bank guidelines. The Fraud Analyst I will be part of the Financial Crimes Department of the Risk Management Division where the primary focus is on helping management protect the Bank against undue risk exposure.

What you will do

• Serve as the first line of defense in identifying suspicious and/or potentially fraudulent activity as a result of alerts generated by the Bank's automated BSA/AML and fraud monitoring software.
• Conduct customer and account level research on a wide variety of data in an effort to identify suspicious and/or illegal activity, including potential fraud, maintain documentation supporting the results of such research, and report findings and/or make recommendations to department leadership based on that research.
• Produce clear and complete written reports in accordance with established deadlines, work with software applications and other research tools, and perform research and analysis on a daily basis. Utilize a variety of analytical techniques and computer systems to make informed decisions concerning customer account status.
• Communicate effectively with branch staff to obtain information needed for supporting documentation, reports, and risk mitigation.
• Evaluate information and sources for accuracy, reliability, and relevance in assessing existing and potential customers for BSA/AML and fraud risk.
• Coordinate work with other team members performing similar activities.

Other Qualifications/Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or GED and minimum 3 years banking preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Who We Are

Heartland Bank and Trust Company is headquartered in Bloomington, Illinois. With 70+ locations throughout Illinois and Eastern Iowa, Heartland continues to grow and is committed to preserving strong ties to our communities, customers, employees, and shareholders.

Heartland Bank’s mission is to “create value for the customer, earn a profit for the Bank, and have fun doing it!” At Heartland, employees have the opportunity to make a difference every day.

What We Offer

At Heartland Bank, we offer a competitive benefits package to provide you with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about what benefits we have to offer.

Physical Demands

• Regularly: Sitting, Feeling/Touching, Talking, Hearing, Vision - close peripheral, depth
• Frequently: Standing, Walking, Grasping/Reaching - with arms and hands, Repetitive Motions
• Occasionally: Climbing and/or Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, and/or Crawling, Lifting (30 lbs.)

Equal Opportunities and Accommodations Statement

Heartland Bank is deeply committed to creating a workplace where inclusion is not only valued but prioritized. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.

Salary Disclaimer

The salary range represents the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Heartland Bank considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The salary range minimum, midpoint, and maximum listed above represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and pay grade. Starting pay typically starts between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The Bank offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture.

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