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Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts

Obtain evidence, take statements, produce reports, and testify to findings regarding resolution of fraud allegations. May coordinate fraud detection and prevention activities.

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A look at the work

  • Document all investigative activities.
  • Create and maintain logs, records, or databases of information about fraudulent activity.
  • Prepare written reports of investigation findings.
  • Interview witnesses or suspects and take statements.
  • Gather financial documents related to investigations.
  • Analyze financial data to detect irregularities in areas such as billing trends, financial relationships, and regulatory compliance procedures.
  • Review reports of suspected fraud to determine need for further investigation.
  • Recommend actions in fraud cases.

A selection of source-listed tasks; duties vary by role and employer.

Interests involved in this work

These source scores describe occupational work activities. They are separate from your personal test results.

Hands-on

2026-02 · Machine Learning/Expert

2.0 / 7

Investigative

2026-02 · Machine Learning/Expert

4.7 / 7

Creative

2026-02 · Machine Learning/Expert

1.2 / 7

Helping people

2026-02 · Machine Learning/Expert

2.0 / 7

Enterprising

2026-02 · Machine Learning/Expert

4.6 / 7

Organizing

2026-02 · Machine Learning/Expert

5.6 / 7

Skills to explore

Source-reported importance on a 1–5 scale. Try a course, project or conversation to learn what these skills involve.

Active Listening

Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

2026-08

4.3 / 5

Writing

Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

2026-08

4.3 / 5

Speaking

Talking to others to convey information effectively.

2026-08

4.1 / 5

Reading Comprehension

Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

2026-08

4.1 / 5

Judgment and Decision Making

Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

2026-08

4.0 / 5

Critical Thinking

Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

2026-08

4.0 / 5

Active Learning

Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

2026-08

3.9 / 5

Complex Problem Solving

Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

2026-08

3.9 / 5

Coordination

Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

2026-08

3.8 / 5

Social Perceptiveness

Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

2026-08

3.4 / 5

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Source preparation category: Job Zone 4 of 5 · 2026-08. This category describes typical preparation, not your eligibility.

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Source & methodology

O*NET-SOC code 13-2099.04 · Database 31.0 · Retrieved Oct 14, 2026. Dates on individual observations describe their source periods.

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