Supervisor, Financial Risk Investigations
Join the People Helping People Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated fintech solutions provider. The company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help our clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Our purpose: We accelerate partners’ success through innovative financial technology solutions and inspired service. The Opportunity The Supervisor, Financial Risk Investigations leads a team of investigators responsible for complex financial fraud investigations across multiple portfolios and payment vectors. This role ensures operational excellence, strategic alignment, and compliance with risk mitigation protocols and service level agreements for casework. The Supervisor will oversee case development, stakeholder communication, and cross-functional collaboration, while mentoring team members and driving continuous improvement in investigative practices and processes. Day in the Life
- Supervise daily operations of the Financial Risk Investigations team, ensuring timely and accurate case handling.
- Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Manage workload distribution and prioritize high-risk investigations.
- Guide the team in applying advanced analytical techniques to reduce monetary loss and improve fraud detection.
- Monitor emerging fraud trends and ensure team readiness to respond effectively.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
- Serve as primary point of contact for escalated cases and sensitive client interactions.
- Deliver high-impact presentations and reports to financial institutions and internal leadership.
- Ensure consistent communication and resolution tracking via Velera’s internal ticketing system.
- Identify operational gaps and lead initiatives to enhance investigative workflows.
- Ensure adherence to compliance policies and documentation standards.
- Partner with analytics teams to refine reporting tools and methodologies.
- Participate in strategic projects and cross-departmental initiatives.
- Maintain current knowledge of Velera’s products, services, and fraud systems.
- Support integration of emerging technologies into investigative practices.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
- Minimum (3) years within the financial service industry required.
- Minimum (3) year professional experience in risk management and/or fraud experience required.
- One (1) year in a supervisory or leadership role. CFE preferred.
About Velera At Velera we are committed to fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued, respected, and connected. We understand, attract and engage a diverse workforce where every employee can live up to their full potential; ensuring that our employee base reflects the consumers we serve. The result of this effort is an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives. We strive to foster a safe and inclusive work environment for people to bring their authentic selves in order to build a better community within our company and with our partners. Learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion HERE! Pay Equity $66,100.00 - $82,600.00 Actual Pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Great Work/Life Benefits!
- Competitive wages
- Medical with telemedicine
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Optional Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Maternity, Parental, Family Care
- Community Volunteer Time Off
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Company Paid Disability Insurance
- 401k (with employer match)
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with company provided contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Supplemental Insurance
- Mental Health and Well-being: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness program
- Benefits are subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions
Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. Velera is an Equal Opportunity Employer that complies with the laws and regulations set forth in the following "EEO is the Law" Poster. Velera will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the legal duty to furnish information. Velera is an E-Verify Employer. Review the E-Verify Poster here. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here. This role is currently not eligible for sponsorship. As an ongoing commitment to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities please contact a recruiter at [email protected] for assistance. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job