Review Vacancy
AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
TitleForensic Accountant/Auditor - Division of Criminal Justice - NYC
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually
Minimum Qualifications A minimum of a bachelor’s in accounting, finance or economics is required, and the candidate must be eligible to sit for the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam. The position qualifies for CPA accreditation purposes. Candidates for the position of forensic accountant/auditor must possess excellent analytical skills, written and verbal communication skills, and organizational and time management skills. The candidate should also be proficient with spreadsheet, database and presentation software. The ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of the team is essential.
Duties Description The New York State Office of the Attorney General’s Division of Criminal Justice is seeking a forensic accountant/auditor for an entry level position in the New York City office. The forensic accountant/auditor supports the division by working in partnership with its attorneys, investigators and legal support analysts to investigate actions involving, but not limited to: taxpayer fraud; organized crime; securities fraud; public integrity; internet crimes and environmental criminal acts; and utilizing the NYS False Claims Act, the Executive Law, the Martin Act, and other federal and state laws. Many of the actions involve coordination with other state and federal, civil and prosecutorial anti-fraud agencies, and have resulted in large-scale recoveries on behalf of the state of New York. A forensic accountant/auditor is needed to participate in these complex fraud investigations and, when appropriate, to support prosecution of crimes uncovered by such investigations.
Additional Comments Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.
Salary to be determined commensurate with experience.
PLEASE NOTE: Unless otherwise specified in the “Notes on Applying” section, the “Application Due” date associated with this posting is not the last day applications can be submitted. Applications for this position will be accepted by the hiring bureau on a rolling basis until a candidate is selected; recruitment for this position can be closed or suspended at any time. For the most current information on available position vacancies, applicants are advised to review the Office of the New York State Attorney General website (www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings) or contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.
PLEASE NOTE: Unless otherwise specified in the “Notes on Applying” section, the “Application Due” date associated with this posting is not the last day applications can be submitted. Applications for this position will be accepted by the hiring bureau on a rolling basis until a candidate is selected; recruitment for this position can be closed or suspended at any time. For the most current information on available position vacancies, applicants are advised to review the Office of the New York State Attorney General website (www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings) or contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief
Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of the Attorney General
120 Broadway
Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY
Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our careers website: ag.ny.gov/job-postings. Reference No: DCJ_NYC_FAA_6043
Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
•Cover Letter (You may address to Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief, Legal Recruitment)
•Resume
•List of three (3) references with contact information and email addresses
•Writing Sample
Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.
If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or you need assistance with submitting your application, please contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.
For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov