Associate Financial Investigator

Division/Unit: Forensic Accounting and Financial Investigations Bureau 

CS Title: Senior Accountant Investigator

Position Title: Associate Financial Investigator

Salary Range: $75,823 - $80,450

Position Summary:

The New York County District Attorney's Office (DANY) has an immediate opening for an Associate Financial Investigator in the Forensic Accounting and Financial Investigations Bureau (FAFI). In this position the Associate Financial Investigator is responsible for conducting forensic accounting investigations in criminal cases.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Independently perform multifaceted confidential financial investigations.
• Prepare analysis of complex financial records pertaining to alleged criminal activity to determine whether 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 in oral and written presentation to Assistant District Attorneys (ADAs) based on the evidence.
• 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.

In addition to the Minimum Qualification Requirements, all candidates must possess the following:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field; and
• Minimum of seven (7) years relevant accounting experience.

Preferred Requirements/Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint).
• Superior interpersonal, organizational, analytical, and investigative skills.
• 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.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Additional Information:

• Current office employees: To be eligible for a transfer or promotion, staff must have already served at least 1 year in their current position and be in good standing. In addition, must meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
• Looking for candidates that could commit to two (2) years to the hiring unit.
• Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position.

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a major in accounting and four years of full-time accounting or auditing experience; or
2. A satisfactory equivalent.

Public Svc Loan Forgiveness:

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Hours/Shift:

• Monday to Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm.

Residency Requirement:

• City Residency is not required for this position.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.