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Maria O'Connor

Maria O'Connor

Accredited Financial Investigator
Cirencester

Summary

Motivated Financial and Fraud Investigator with over 28 years of expertise investigating suspicious activity for Fraud in the banking sector and the police service. Knowledgeable resource committed to finding answers, working with collegues/detectives and police officers, external stakeholders, Crown Prosecution Service and the regulated sector. Promoting exemplary skills in financial analysis, detection and investigation to secure a succesful conviction and potentional recovery of assets under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002.


Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Accredited Financial Investigator

Wiltshire Police Force
Swindon , Wiltshire
05.2007 - Current
  • Analyzed financial statements, bank records and government databases to identify fraud and other instances of financial crimes.
  • Identified assets of suspects in order to freeze and seize assets.
  • Conducted interviews with suspects and filed reports of findings.
  • Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies.
  • Collaborated with team members to discuss fraud trends and brainstorm methods to combat this type of crime.
  • Reviewed reports and individual transactions which appeared suspicious to uncover possible fraudulent activity.
  • Testified in court for both civil and criminal cases, answering questions honestly and respectfully.
  • Analyzed financial statements to identify discrepancies, irregularities and fraudulent activity.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Fraud Analyst

Nationwide Building Society
Swindon , Wiltshire
03.1995 - 05.2007
  • Analyzed large amounts of data to find patterns of fraud and anomalies.
  • Reviewed reports and individual transactions which appeared suspicious to uncover possible fraudulent activity.
  • Conducted forensic analyses of financial records to identify fraudulent activity and accurately report findings.
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to create and maintain fraud prevention strategies.
  • Established and maintained positive working relationships with external law enforcement agencies to support fraud investigations.
  • Coached and trained staff on fraud prevention techniques to increase awareness and reduce risk.
  • Evaluated customer data to identify and prevent fraudulent activities.
  • Collaborated with team members to discuss fraud trends and brainstorm methods to combat this type of crime.
  • Reviewed transactions and receipts to identify any suspicious activity.

Education

CSE -

Chiltern Edge Comprehensive
Sonning Common, OXF
09.1977 - 05.1982

Skills

Advanced financial analysis

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Hobbies

I am very keen to keep healthy and active and attend Cotswold Leisure Centre about three times a week, taking part in group classes  My favourite activities are Pilates, Yoga and Body Balance 


I am also a member of Cirencester Friendship Group and attend regular activities including , Walking, Theatre Trips and other social events

Timeline

Accredited Financial Investigator

Wiltshire Police Force
05.2007 - Current

Fraud Analyst

Nationwide Building Society
03.1995 - 05.2007

CSE -

Chiltern Edge Comprehensive
09.1977 - 05.1982

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