Forensic Accountant/Auditor, Investigate Complex Fraud(6466)

Regional Offices Division

Forensic Accountant/Auditor—White Plains

Reference No. ROD_WES_FAA_6466

Application Deadline is November 20, 2026

Salary is $72,077 + $4,150 in location pay

To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at https://ag.ny.gov/job-postings/other

The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Regional Offices Division is seeking a Forensic Accountant/Auditor (FAA) for the Westchester Regional Office located in White Plains. The selected candidate will report to the division’s Senior Auditor.

The FAA supports complex financial fraud investigations, enforcement actions, and general charities and litigation matters. The FAA supports the division by working in partnership with its attorneys, detective investigators, legal assistants, and analysts to investigate cases including, but not limited to, charities and nonprofit fraud, financial fraud, consumer fraud, mortgage fraud, tax fraud, investment fraud, and general litigation support matters, utilizing the Executive Law, the Not-for-Profit Corporation Law (“N-PCL”), and other applicable state and federal laws.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a four-year college degree, specifically in accounting, finance, economics, applied statistics, computer science with data analysis, or equivalent post-college work experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication (verbal and written), and organizational skills.
• Collaborative and productive contributor when working on investigative teams and in a group setting.
• Adept at managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while meeting all deadlines.
• Knowledge of fundamental computer applications, such as Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards and best practices in forensic accounting and auditing.
• A desire and willingness to testify as a witness regarding audit analyses/summaries in court proceedings including deposition and trial testimony when required.
• Availability for periodic travel within New York state for meetings and to support legal matters.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Demonstrated experience reviewing voluminous financial records and advising and assisting in the investigation of alleged fraud.
• Experience analyzing financial records, accounting systems, and transactional data to identify fraud schemes and statutory violations.
• Experience reviewing mortgage applications, conducting financial analysis for real estate property approvals, and verifying asset documentation.
• Experience reviewing and filing corporate and/or non-profit tax returns.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Visio, with a preference for linking Excel data to automate charts, workflows, or asset diagrams.

Additional Information

The annual salary for this position is $72,077 plus $4,150 in location pay. As an employee of 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, OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.