Acquiring Fraud Investigator at Pnlfin

Finom is a European tech startup based in Amsterdam, and we are dedicated to revolutionizing the financial landscape for entrepreneurs. We are building an all-in-one B2B platform that combines banking, accounting, financial management, and invoicing into a single, mobile-first experience. With significant backing from investors like General Catalyst, we are rapidly expanding across Germany, France, the Netherlands, Italy, and Spain. Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs by simplifying their financial lives, and we foster a culture where innovation, thorough research, and swift execution allow our team members to make a meaningful impact.

The role

We are seeking a mid-level Acquiring Fraud Investigator to join our Second Line of Defence within the Financial Crime Risk Management team. This is a full-time, remote position that focuses on identifying, analyzing, and mitigating acquiring fraud risks. You will report to the Fraud Risk Manager and play a vital role in balancing robust fraud protection with a seamless experience for our customers.

Core responsibilities

• Analyze internal data and external industry trends to identify emerging fraud risks, such as merchant abuse, friendly fraud, and transaction laundering.
• Translate complex fraud patterns into actionable scenarios and maintain our Acquiring Fraud Typology Library to ensure alignment with scheme rules and our risk appetite.
• Collaborate with product, engineering, and machine learning teams to design, test, and tune fraud controls while providing independent oversight of first-line risk decisions.

Skills and experience

• Two to four years of experience in fraud risk, payments, or card fraud within a fintech, payment service provider, or financial institution.
• Strong understanding of the payments ecosystem, card scheme rules, and chargeback mechanics.
• Proven ability to work with fraud rules and machine learning controls throughout the development lifecycle.
• Proficiency in analyzing large datasets, with a strong preference for experience using SQL and BI tools.
• Full working proficiency in English.
• A proactive, analytical mindset with the ability to act as a risk partner who finds pragmatic solutions rather than simply blocking processes.

Compensation and benefits

We offer a supportive and flexible environment designed to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Benefits include:

• Participation in our Stock Options Program for all team members.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Access to our unique Work and Swim program, which offers a month-long stay in a corporate apartment in Cyprus.
• A modern, inclusive, and eco-conscious corporate culture that prioritizes your well-being.

How to apply

If you are ready to help us build the future of financial management for entrepreneurs, we would love to hear from you. Our hiring process consists of a 30-minute recruiter interview, a 60-minute technical interview, a case study assessment, and a final 60-minute interview. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all backgrounds.