Investigative Auditor

Investigative Auditor

Cameo Consulting Group, LLC, a leading management consulting firm specializing in federal government solutions, is seeking a highly skilled Investigative Auditor to support the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), United States Attorney's Office (USAO) for the Northern District of New York. This is a unique opportunity to support the Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) Unit in its mission to investigate and prosecute civil fraud matters, including healthcare fraud, procurement fraud, and grant fraud, thereby recovering taxpayer funds.

This is a contingent position pending the award of a federal contract. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in forensic accounting, data analysis, and litigation support to join our team and make a significant impact on critical federal investigations.

The Investigative Auditor will work directly with Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) and federal investigative agencies, providing expert financial and data analysis in support of complex civil fraud investigations and litigation. This role requires an individual who can independently analyze large datasets, conduct forensic financial reviews, and prepare clear and concise reports for use in legal proceedings.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist AUSAs and investigative agencies in conducting complex financial, statistical, healthcare, and forensic accounting analyses in support of civil fraud investigations and litigation.
• Analyze and audit financial transactions, accounting systems, healthcare claims (Medicare, Medicaid, TRICARE, VA), procurement records, and grant expenditures.
• Conduct statistical sampling analyses and damages calculations related to the False Claims Act.
• Perform asset tracing and ability-to-pay analyses to evaluate settlement positions and collection potential.
• Organize and analyze large financial and healthcare-related datasets using industry-standard analytical and visualization tools.
• Prepare audit reports, schedules, charts, summaries, and other analytical materials for use in investigations, negotiations, and trial.
• Assist with witness interviews, deposition preparation, and trial support.
• Utilize electronic databases and publicly available sources to identify assets and financial information.
• Work collaboratively with AUSAs, federal agents, and support staff in a fast-paced legal environment.

Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of professional experience in accounting, auditing, forensic accounting, financial investigations, healthcare claims analysis, or statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) is required. Experience with statistical sampling tools (e.g., RAT-STATS) is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in performing financial tracing, healthcare claims analysis, and forensic analysis on large datasets.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Public Trust clearance.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certification
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) Certification

Work environment and conditions include:

• This is a remote position. Work can be performed from any contractor-designated location within the United States, subject to DOJ security and technology requirements.
• The selected candidate must report to the USAO Albany office (445 Broadway, Albany, NY) for the first two weeks of performance for training. For the following six months, up to one week per month may be required for additional coordination. Travel (estimated at less than 10%) may also be required to support investigations and litigation.
• Standard core business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM 5:00 PM ET. No overtime is anticipated.

Why join Cameo Consulting Group?

Cameo Consulting Group offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time exempt employees, designed to support your professional and personal well-being. Benefits include:

• 401(k) Plan with matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance Plans
• Short & Long-Term Disability Plan
• Paid Time Off and Paid Federal Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development Assistance

How to apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume, cover letter, and a detailed quote/rate proposal. In your cover letter, please specifically address your experience relevant to the key responsibilities listed above. All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and able to pass a federal background check.

This position is contingent upon contract award.