Senior Auditor: Lead Financial Fraud Investigations (6445)

Senior Auditor—Nassau

The Office of the New York State Attorney General's (OAG) Regional Offices Division is seeking an experienced forensic accountant/auditor to serve as Senior Auditor in the Nassau Regional Office. The Senior Auditor leads complex financial fraud investigations and supports enforcement and general charities and litigation matters. As an experienced forensic accountant/auditor, the Senior Auditor supports the division by working in partnership with its attorneys, detective investigators, legal assistants, and analysts to investigate cases including, but not limited to, charities and nonprofit fraud, financial fraud, consumer fraud, mortgage fraud, tax fraud, investment fraud, and general litigation support matters, utilizing the Executive Law, the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law ("N-PCL"), and other applicable state and federal laws. The ideal candidate brings deep forensic accounting expertise, strong leadership capability, and the ability to translate complex financial findings into clear, concise evidence for litigation and prosecution.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or equivalent post-college work experience and at least five (5) years of work experience in financial investigations, forensic accounting, and/or law enforcement experience with substantial financial investigative components.
• Demonstrated experience leading and participating in complex investigations.
• Ability and willingness to supervise and mentor junior auditors on complex financial cases.
• Analyze financial records, accounting systems, and transactional data to identify fraud schemes and statutory violations.
• Partner with attorneys, detective investigators, legal assistants, and analysts to develop investigative strategies and case theories.
• Prepare detailed forensic reports, affidavits, exhibits, and summaries suitable for litigation and court presentation.
• Ensure investigative work aligns with applicable state and federal laws, including the N-PCL.
• Excellent analytical, communication (verbal and written), and organizational skills.
• Collaborative and productive contributor when working on investigative teams and in a group setting.
• Adept at managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while meeting all deadlines.
• Technology proficiency that preferably includes knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel; database and presentation software; and knowledge of the software tools used to conduct financial audits and investigative work.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards and best practices in forensic accounting and auditing.
• A desire and willingness to testify as a witness regarding audit analyses/summaries at court proceedings including deposition and trial testimony when required.
• Availability for periodic travel within New York state for meetings and to support legal matters.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• A Certified Public Accountant and/or designation as a Certified Fraud Examiner or Certified in Financial Forensics.
• Master's degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience reviewing voluminous financial records and advising and assisting in the investigation of alleged fraud.
• Proficiency with database and presentation software such as Visio and MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

The annual salary for this position is $89,298 plus $4,000 in location pay. As an employee of OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our state through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York state benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

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