Tony Papas
Nundah,QLD
Summary
Experience in multiple industries within a Risk & Fraud related roles over the past 15+ years. I have always been motivated by the fact that there is always something that needs to be identified within in organisation that requires a certain type of thinker with the aim of protecting the business from financial loss. Working in Risk & Fraud has given me the perfect opportunity to use my skills to not only protect the business, but to see it grow based on detailed analysis and sound decision making.
The Risk Manager role on offer if the perfect next step for me in terms of my own personal growth within the organisation and I see it as a fantastic opportunity to expand my skillset and share my knowledge.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Risk & Fraud Analyst
Payrix Australia
04.2017 - Current
- Assessment of new clients by ensuring compliance and internal risk metrics are met during the underwriting process.
- Enhanced underwriting efficiency by assisting the implementation of automated systems for managing mandatory KYC/KYB checks
- Reduced company losses by identifying potential risks and recommending appropriate mitigating measures.
- Preparation of Underwriting and Risk reports for management to keep abreast of current trends and potential risks.
- Regularly reviewed reports and individual transactions to uncover possible risk & fraudulent activity.
- Review potential partners ensuring they fall within the company's risk appetite and offer commercial viability.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to create and maintain efficient onboarding strategies.
Transactional Monitoring Analyst
Indue Ltd
01.2015 - 03.2017
- Assessment of card transactions in real time to determine it's legitimacy for clients of multiple banks and credit unions.
- Ability to make quick and accurate decisions ensuring fraudulent transactions are identified prior to moving further through the banking system.
- Regular assessment of monitoring rules to identify high instances of false positives and unintended alerts.
- Recommend improvements to existing rules and the creation of new rules to improve efficiency and stay head of emerging fraud trends.
- Report suspicious transactions to AUSTRAC in line with AML/CTF compliance requirements
- High level of customer service experience and verbal communication.
Senior Fraud Analyst/Fraud Investigator
Vodafone Hutchison Australia
03.2010 - 12.2014
- Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies within the Telecommunication Industry
- Conducted thorough investigations on suspicious cases, ensuring timely resolution and minimizing financial impact.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current fraud prevention measures, recommending enhancements as necessary based on findings from thorough risk assessments.
- Played a key role in the identification and apprehension of fraudsters by working closely with law enforcement authorities.
- Produced detailed reports of fraud investigations and presented findings to senior management.
- Interviewed witnesses & suspects thoroughly, asking appropriate questions to ascertain critical details about each case.
- Testified in court for both civil and criminal cases, answering questions honestly and respectfully.
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting both company reputation and client privacy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Birrong Boys High School
Birrong, NSW12.1989
Skills
- Merchant Underwriting
- Analytical
- Fraud Detection & Prevention
- Credit Analysis
- Compliance Awareness
- Risk Mitigation
Hobbies
I love gaming, especially RPG's and I'm a Shortwave/CB/Amateur Radio enthusiast. During my spare time I repair and tune radios as a hobby and enjoy the process of fault finding defective electronics. If something is broken, I try to fix it.
I also have 3 cats. A Bengal, Siamese and Burmese which keep my very busy and highly entertained. :)
Timeline
Risk & Fraud Analyst
Payrix Australia
04.2017 - Current
Transactional Monitoring Analyst
Indue Ltd
01.2015 - 03.2017
Senior Fraud Analyst/Fraud Investigator
Vodafone Hutchison Australia
03.2010 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Birrong Boys High School
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