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Investigative Auditor

Applications Due: | Division: Investigations | Salary Range: From $100,426 to $126,536 Annually

Overview

Occupational Category
Other Professional Careers
Salary Grade
NS
Salary Range
From $100,426 to $126,536 Annually
Bargaining Unit
Management/Confidential Group (M/C)
Employment Type
Full Time
Appointment Type
Temporary
Jurisdictional Class
Exempt Class
Travel Percentage
20%
Workweek
Mon-Fri, 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Location
To Be Determined
Hours Per Week
37.5
Flextime Allowed
No
Mandatory Overtime
No
Compressed Workweek Allowed
No
Telecommuting Allowed
Yes

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree and four years of relevant experience

*Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or associate’s degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience

Duties

  Reviews complaints and referrals from other OSC Divisions, outside agencies, and taxpayers
  • Develops investigative strategies and tools formulating a plan to pursue a potential fraud case.
  • Performs research on the functions of the entity to be examined to determine its purpose, organization, funds involved, and applicable laws, rules and regulations governing its operation
  • Assists in planning investigation/examinations activities, including specific tasks, and recommends examination schedule
Conducts Investigation of potential fraud
  • Interviews targets, subjects, and witnesses
  • Conducts surveillance
  • Collects evidence using proper forensic procedures
  • Assists in the execution of search warrants
  • Conducts analyses of financial and other records
  • Utilizes investigative and analytic tools and databases
Assists Law enforcement and administration agencies in pursuing matters of a potential fraud case.
  • Prepares written records including case activity reports and summaries of Investigations.
  • Performs analysis of relevant materials
  • Regularly interacts and provides guidance to federal, state and local enforcement and administrative enforcement agencies
  • Assists law enforcement and administrative agencies in obtaining relevant documentation and other evidence
  • Testifies, as required, in legal proceedings

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Strong interest in conducting fraud examinations

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to collect, synthesize and analyze large volumes of information quickly, competently and efficiently

Experience in interviewing witnesses

Experience in interacting with the public and outside agencies

Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, clearly and concisely

Accounting or forensic audit experience preferred

Ability to manage large, diverse caseload

Knowledge of functions and authority of other OSC Divisions

Knowledge of state and local government

Additional Comments

Telecommuting

The Office of the New York State Comptroller (OSC) supports telecommuting where it is reasonable to do so based upon the agency’s mission and operational needs. Generally, employees new to OSC will be restricted from telecommuting for at least 8 calendar weeks. After the initial 8 calendar week restriction, if an employee’s primary residence location, duties, and work performance are aligned with telecommuting and operational needs they may be allowed to do so. Generally, OSC employees may telecommute up to 5 days per pay period but may be approved to telecommute less.

Reasonable Accommodation

The NYS Office of the State Comptroller provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Division of Human Resources at (518) 474-1924.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Office of the NYS Comptroller values a workforce with a broad, diverse range of backgrounds and perspectives. All employees are expected to contribute to a professional environment focused on self-evaluation and improvement, as well as acceptance and support of coworkers. 

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

The Office of the State Comptroller (OSC) does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
OSC offers competitive salaries and benefits, and opportunities for advancement, continuing education, and professional development. We provide a professional environment where employees are encouraged to push themselves while maintaining work-life balance. Our generous benefits package includes:
  • A state pension with vesting after five years’ service
  • Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance available to all employees and their dependents
  • Flexible spending accounts for dependent and health care
  • Productivity Enhancement Program (PEP), allowing eligible employees to exchange previously accrued leave in return for a credit to be applied toward their health insurance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • NYS Deferred Compensation plan
  • Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
  • Holiday and paid time off
  • Shift and geographic pay differentials
  • A committed continuous learning environment
  • Informational Brown Bag sessions
  • Wellness at Work Programs to promote employee health and wellness
  • OSC Mentoring Program to network, contribute, and provide an opportunity to strengthen competencies in a variety of areas
  • And much more

To Apply

Submit a clear, concise cover letter and resume stating how you meet the above minimum qualifications. Reference Item #00159-JMB on your cover letter for proper routing. Documents must be sent as unlocked and accessible attachments.

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Questions?

Jennifer Brantigan
P: (518) 474-1924
F: (518) 486-6723
[email protected]

Division Contact
Jennifer Wood
[email protected]