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.
Common Job Titles
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
- Forensic Accountant
- Investigator
- Special Investigations Unit Investigator (SIU Investigator)
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Fraud Examiners, Investigators and Analysts (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
127,450
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $46,420. 25th percentile: U.S. $60,140. 50th percentile: U.S. $80,190. 75th percentile: U.S. $109,120. 90th percentile: U.S. $151,780. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
- U.S.
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $46,420 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $151,780 |
| Workers on average earn | $93,890 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- English Language4.4/5
- Law and Government4.0/5
- Economics and Accounting4.0/5
- Computers and Electronics3.6/5
- Administration and Management3.6/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft SQL Server
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Microsoft Visio
- Microsoft Word
- Python
- R
- SAS
- Splunk Enterprise
- Structured query language SQL
- Tableau
Technology Skills
- ArcSight Enterprise Threat and Risk Management
- Bookkeeping software
- Business intelligence software
- Electronic health record EHR software
- Guardian Analytics FraudMAP
- IBM Cognos
- LexisNexis
- NortonLifeLock cybersecurity software
Tools & Equipment
- Desktop computers
- Digital audio recorders
- Digital still cameras
- Digital video cameras
- Laptop computers
- Personal computers
- Tablet computers