What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic Accounting Specialist position at StateJobsNY?
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Conducting thorough investigations into allegations of Medicaid billing schemes
- Analyzing financial records and identifying potential fraud indicators
- Communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders, including attorneys, investigators, and policymakers
- Developing and implementing strategies to prevent and detect future fraud schemes
Required Skills and Qualifications
A minimum of a four-year college degree in accounting, finance, economics, computer science with data analysis, or equivalent post-college work experience is required. The successful candidate will also possess:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
