Financial Investigator

Division/Unit: Forensic Accounting and Financial Investigation Bureau 

Civil Service Title: Community Associate

Position Title: Financial Investigator

Salary Range: $64,172 - $69,548

• →Assist in confidential financial investigations.
• →Prepare analysis of complex financial records pertaining to alleged criminal activity to determine whether or not an offense has occurred.
• →Under supervision 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 ADAs based on the evidence.
• →Testify at Hearings, Grand Jury proceedings and Trials.
• →Assist in the execution of search warrants.
• →Assist with conducting interviews of victims, witnesses, informants and alleged defendants.
• →Perform related duties as assigned.

• Level 1 – Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance or a related field required.
• Level 2 – Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance or a related field required and one (1) year of experience.
• Level 3 – Bachelor's in Accounting, Finance or a related field required and two (2) years of experience.

• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint).
• Strong 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.
• Ability to work under pressure.

1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.

• City Residency is not required for this position.

• Monday - Friday, from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

• Apply with a Cover Letter and Resume

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

• 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/.