Caroline DePirro
Jacksonville,United States
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Financial Crime Investigator with expertise in compliance with state laws and regulations. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Seeking a position that will challenge me to enhance my skills and knowledge of financial crimes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Analyst - Bank Fraud
Ally Financial
Jacksonville, United States
05.2023 - Current
- Reduced fraud risks by assessing multiple fraud types related to each case.
- Prevented financial losses by detecting wire fraud and scam activity, protecting both the organization and its customers.
- Identified and reported anti-money laundering activities uncovered during case analysis.
- Delivered presentations of findings to upper management, enabling informed decision-making and adoption of enhanced security measures across the organization.
- Advanced performance metrics analysis to drive ongoing improvement initiatives within the team.
- Utilized advanced analytics tools to monitor account activity for early detection of fraudulent behavior.
- Trained junior analysts on investigative techniques and industry best practices, enhancing team capabilities.
- Strengthened detection capabilities for potential fraud by conducting regular transaction and pattern reviews.
Financial Crime Investigator
Florida Department of Financial Services
Jacksonville, United States
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Conducted thorough investigations into potential financial crimes against state public assistance funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and mitigating risks for the organization.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share critical information, facilitating the successful prosecution of multiple criminal cases.
- Implemented case planning strategies and executed thorough investigative techniques for obtaining crucial evidence.
- Interviewed witnesses and suspects to gather case-relevant intelligence.
- Organized and maintained files of all investigative activities.
- Analyzed data gathered during investigations to determine the validity of allegations.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing investigative activities and results.
- Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
Intern
Mulholland Investigations
Jacksonville, United States
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Observed the process of private investigations and background checks.
- Conducted research and wrote an essay regarding elder exploitation.
- Helped create a PowerPoint presentation regarding financial elder abuse and exploitation and how private investigations can intervene.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, United States12.2022
Skills
- State Laws and Regulations Compliance
- Knowledgeable with Fraud Types
- Wire Fraud
- AML Reporting
- Data Analysis
- Critical Thinker
- Detail-oriented
- Team-player
- Multitasking
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Suites
Certification
Certified Welfare Fraud Investigator
Timeline
Associate Analyst - Bank Fraud
Ally Financial
05.2023 - Current
Financial Crime Investigator
Florida Department of Financial Services
03.2023 - 05.2023
Intern
Mulholland Investigations
08.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice
University of North Florida