Forensic Accountant Investigator

The New York County District Attorneys Office has an immediate opening for a Forensic Accountant Investigator in its Forensic Accounting and Financial Investigation Bureau. In this position the Forensic Accountant Investigator is responsible for assisting Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) in the compilation and preparation of forensic and financial data for investigations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Lead and perform multifaceted confidential financial investigations.

Prepare analysis of complex financial records pertaining to alleged criminal activity to determine whether or not an offense has occurred.

Independently develop and research leads to corroborate the accuracy of information obtained.

Communicate the methodology used to commit the offense and the total financial loss to the victim(s).

Present results of investigations orally and in writing to ADAs based on the evidence.

Supervise manage and monitor at times complex and lengthy investigations.

Supervise work with and oversee junior financial investigators when appropriate.

Testify at Hearings Grand Jury proceedings and Trials.

Assist in the execution of search warrants conduct interviews of victims witnesses informants and alleged defendants.

Perform related duties as assigned.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements all candidates must possess the following :

2 additional years of relevant accounting experience which will equal to a minimum of ten (10) years.

The selected candidate must be a CPA.

Preferred Requirements / Skills :

CFE preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word Excel Access and PowerPoint).

Prior experience supervising indepth investigations and teams of financial investigators.

Exceptional interpersonal organizational analytical and investigative skills required.

Must communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to work efficiently to meet deadlines.

Must be a selfstarter and possess the ability to work independently.

Strong attention to detail and high concern for data accuracy.

Dependable team player who works collaboratively and cooperatively with staff in a teamoriented environment.

Must be able to perform under pressure in a fastpaced environment detail oriented and selfmotivated and able to multitask.

Ability to interact with all levels of staff and other law enforcement agencies.

How to Apply :

Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume.

Hours / Shift :

Monday Friday 9 : 00 am 5 : 00 pm.

Additional Information :

Current office employees : To be eligible for a transfer or promotion staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current unit / bureau / department and be in good standing. In addition must meet the minimum and additional qualifications of the position.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

Qualifications :

Qualification Requirements

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting and eight (8) years of satisfactory diversified accounting and auditing experience at least two (2) years of which must have been in the supervision of staff engaged in fiscal or accounting investigations; or

2. A satisfactory equivalent.

Additional Information :

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic including but not limited to an individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.

Remote Work : Employment Type :

Fulltime

Key Skills

Epidemiology,Public Health,Bank Secrecy Act,Bioinformatics,Fraud,Genetics,Interviewing,Law Enforcement,Qualitative Research Interviewing,Research Experience,Next Generation Sequencing,Writing Skills

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