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EMMANUEL ONYEMESIM

Kitchener

Summary

Emmanuel is a dynamic Senior Fraud Analyst with expertise in anti-fraud systems and predictive analytics. He achieved significant fraud loss mitigation through robust controls and comprehensive risk assessments. He is known for fostering collaboration across teams and enhancing employee awareness, resulting in a proactive culture against fraud. He is proficient in SQL and committed to continuous improvement. He is a highly analytical and detail-oriented Fraud Analyst with 5years of experience in detecting, preventing, and mitigating fraudulent activities. He is also adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop fraud prevention strategies while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Fraud Analyst

Magvich Technologies
03.2023 - 12.2024
  • Played a key role in the development and execution of anti-fraud awareness campaigns aimed at educating employees and customers about common scams and tactics used by malicious actors.
  • Served as an internal consultant on fraud-related matters, providing insights and recommendations to various departments as needed.
  • Conducted regular audits of fraud detection processes, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Assisted in the design of robust controls that minimized instances of false positives while maximizing genuine fraud identification rates.
  • Enhanced fraud detection capabilities through continuous improvement of risk models and decision systems.
  • Conducted comprehensive fraud risk assessments, identifying potential vulnerabilities and recommending appropriate mitigation measures.

Fraud Prevention Analyst

United Bank For Africa
04.2020 - 09.2022
  • Developed comprehensive training programs for new employees on fraud prevention best practices and procedures.
  • Achieved a high level of accuracy in identifying suspicious transactions through regular calibration of risk-scoring models, ensuring that genuine customers were not unduly inconvenienced.
  • Prevented significant financial losses by swiftly identifying compromised accounts and taking appropriate action to secure client assets.
  • Identified trends in fraudulent activity by analyzing large sets of financial data, enabling proactive measures to mitigate risks.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of current anti-fraud controls and recommended improvements, resulting in a strengthened overall defense against fraudsters.
  • Increased staff awareness about common types of fraud schemes through targeted training sessions, fostering a culture of vigilance within the organization.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to resolve complex fraud cases, leading to successful prosecution and recovery of funds.

Fraud Analyst

Luxury Wise Enterprise
05.2017 - 01.2020
  • Evaluated customer data to identify and prevent fraudulent activities.
  • Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies.
  • Tracked fraud cases and monitored trends to develop strategies for prevention.
  • Performed risk assessments to determine level of fraud risk and prioritize investigations.
  • Reduced fraud losses by implementing effective fraud prevention strategies and monitoring systems.
  • Increased accuracy in identifying fraudulent transactions by utilizing advanced data analytics techniques and software tools.
  • Produced detailed reports of fraud investigations and presented findings to senior management.

Fraud Prevention Specialist

Panda Supermarket
03.2015 - 08.2016
  • Maintained detailed records of all investigations conducted, providing valuable data for trend analysis and future case management efforts.
  • Managed complex cases involving identity theft, credit card fraud, and other forms of financial crime, resulting in successful resolution for affected customers.
  • Supported colleagues in navigating difficult situations involving potential fraud by providing timely advice based on professional expertise and experience.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of suspected fraud cases, leading to the recovery of lost funds.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement effective anti-fraud measures across the organization.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Global Supply Chain

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON
08-2023

Associate of Applied Science - Global Supply Chain

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON
08-2023

Skills

  • Anti-money laundering compliance
  • Transaction oversight
  • Anti-fraud systems
  • Python programming
  • SQL proficiency
  • Internal controls
  • Fraud prevention
  • Predictive analytics
  • Fraud risk management
  • Fraud audit support
  • Fraud loss mitigation
  • Fraud workflow design
  • Banking operations

Timeline

Senior Fraud Analyst

Magvich Technologies
03.2023 - 12.2024

Fraud Prevention Analyst

United Bank For Africa
04.2020 - 09.2022

Fraud Analyst

Luxury Wise Enterprise
05.2017 - 01.2020

Fraud Prevention Specialist

Panda Supermarket
03.2015 - 08.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Global Supply Chain

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

Associate of Applied Science - Global Supply Chain

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
EMMANUEL ONYEMESIM