Review Vacancy
AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
TitleChief Auditor, Division of Criminal Justice - NYC (DCJ_ NYC/ALB_CA_6257)
Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $142048 to $142048 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Candidates for the position must possess the following qualifications:
• At least eight (8) years of professional experience (public or private) successfully managing progressively more complex matters that involved the use of generally accepted audit, accounting and investigative practices;
• At least three (3) year of experience supervising auditors and/or accountants that are working on investigations;
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in either accounting, finance or economics is required; a master’s degrees in a relevant field is preferred;
• Certification as a Public Account (CPA) in the State of New York along with certification as a Forensic Examiner (CFE) is preferred;
• Sound judgement with excellent analytical, written communication, verbal presentation and organization skills;
• Excellent technological skills, including knowledge of and experience using software tools for conducting financial audits and investigative work and presenting findings in demonstrative exhibits;
• Strong interpersonal communication, coaching, problem-solving and teamwork skills;
• Availability for occasional travel within New York State, including some overnight stays, is required; and
• Prior experience working with federal and state agencies/government is a plus.
Duties Description The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) is seeking an experienced forensic accountant/auditor for the position of Chief Auditor, to be located in either the New York City or Albany office.
The Forensic Audit Section (FAS) supports the DCJ by working in partnership with its attorneys, analysts and detectives/investigators to investigate and prosecute cases involving complex financial fraud schemes, including but not limited to securities fraud, public integrity crimes, public benefits fraud, embezzlement, money laundering and tax crimes. Many of DCJ’s cases involve coordination with local, state, and federal anti-fraud agencies and result in large-scale recoveries on behalf of defrauded individuals and the State of New York.
The Chief Auditor’s duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Supervising the FAS’s team of auditors state-wide;
• Managing the FAS portfolio to ensure the appropriate prioritization and movement of key matters;
• Collaborating and partnering with the DCJ’s attorneys, analysts and detectives/investigators;
• Serving as an integral member of the DJC’s management team by successfully implementing the DCJ’s broader strategic plan/goals;
• Developing and maintaining audit policies and programs for the DCJ to assure that professional, generally accepted audit practices are utilized;
• Ensuring the continuous improvement of audit staff through training, skills evaluation, mentorship and other team-building and professional development activities; and
• Delivering testimony on the FAS’s findings as an expert witness during DCJ court proceedings.
Additional Comments The annual salary for this position is $139,022 + $3,026 in location pay (NYC location only). As an employee of the 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, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.
Per Office of the Attorney General policy, confirmation of vaccination status is a condition of employment for this position. If you are not fully vaccinated, you may be required to provide regular negative COVID-19 PCR test results at a frequency determined by the agency. The agency will consider religious and reasonable accommodations. For more information, please contact recruitment@ag.ny.gov.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
28 Liberty St.
Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY
Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our careers website: http://www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings. Reference no. DCJ_ NYC/ALB_CA_6257
Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
• Cover Letter
? You may address to the Legal Recruitment Unit.
? Specify your location preference: New York City or Albany.
? Indicate both the position title and reference number (Division of Criminal Justice Chief Auditor, DCJ_NYC/ALB_CA_6257)
? Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate based on your skills and background.
• Resume
• Professional Writing Sample or Audit Report
- If needed, you may wish to include a cover page to provide the reviewer with any relevant information/context.
• List of three (3) references
- Only submit professional references, supervisory references are preferred.
- Indicate the nature and duration of your relationship to each reference.
- Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.
- Please note, your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.
If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.
For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov