City of New York ยท 1 month ago
Forensic Accountant Investigator
New York City, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$109K/yr - $122K/yr
12+ years expThe City of New York is seeking a Forensic Accountant Investigator for its District Attorney's Office. This role involves leading financial investigations, preparing analyses of financial records related to criminal activity, and presenting findings to Assistant District Attorneys.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
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
Four (4) additional years of relevant accounting experience, which will equal to a minimum of twelve (12) years
The selected candidate must be a CPA
Preferred
CFE preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)
Prior experience supervising in-depth 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 self-starter 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 team-oriented environment
Must be able to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment, detail oriented and self-motivated and able to multi-task
Ability to interact with all levels of staff and other law enforcement agencies
Company
City of New York
City of New York, often called as New York City, is the most populous city in United States.
10001+ employees
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