FINANCIAL INVESTIGATOR

Arizona Department of Administration

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 89,000

Full time

3 days ago

Be an early applicant

Application generator

A complete application in a minute — tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation and sick leave

10 paid holidays per year

Medical insurance (90% premium covered

Retirement plan with employer match

Flexible work schedules

Telecommuting options

Education assistance

Tuition assistance

Life insurance $15,000

DSA/ADP benefits

Job summary

The Arizona Auditor General's office in Phoenix is seeking a Financial Auditor I/II/Senior to perform targeted audits and fraud investigations, interviewing parties and analyzing financial data to support state governance improvements.

The role requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work with prosecutors and law enforcement. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting or related field.
Experience conducting financial analysis and internal controls related to fraud allegations.
Interest in obtaining the CFE designation.
Valid Arizona driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Level II: 2+ years of experience in financial analysis and internal controls; Senior: 4+ years.

Responsibilities

Interview involved parties, including employees, public officials, and potential suspects.
Conduct financial analysis and internal control reviews related to fraud allegations.
Write interview memos and comprehensive investigative reports.
Ability to analyze financial investigation materials and apply judgment.
Liaise with criminal prosecutors and law enforcement.
Testify in front of grand juries and at trials or hearings.
Assist other Auditor General divisions with fraud issues and concerns.
Provide fraud detection and deterrence trainings to internal personnel as well as outside agencies.
Conduct high risk reviews for outside governmental entities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and deadlines.
Be thorough, precise, accurate, and detail oriented.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Fraud analysis

CFE designation

Education

Accounting degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s)

Job description

AUDITOR GENERAL

The Arizona Auditor General serves as an independent source of impartial information concerning State and local governmental entities and provides specific recommendations to improve the operations of those entities. We achieve our mission through the thoroughly specific research, audits, and investigations of our professional team members who educate stakeholders through our reports, alerts, and reviews. Since 1969, our office has continued to innovate, grow, and become one of the most highly regarded leaders in our field.
Join our team and make a positive difference in your community by promoting better government for all Arizona’s citizens. We look forward to working with you!

Financial Investigator I/II/Senior

Starting Salary: Depending on experience:

Financial Auditor I:
With Bachelor's degree $60,000-$63,000
With Master's degree$63,000-$66,000
With CPA $66,000-$69,000

Financial Auditor II:
With Bachelor's degree $68,000-$71,000
With Master's degree $71,000-$74,000
With CPA $74,000-$77,000

Senior Investigator:
With Bachelor’s degree $80,000-$83,000
With Master’s degree $83,000-$86,000
With CPA $86,000-$89,000

Address: 2910 N. 44th St., Ste. 410
Phoenix, AZ 85018

What You'll Do:

Interviewing involved parties, including employees, public officials, and potential suspects.
Conducting financial analysis and internal control reviews related to fraud allegations.
Writing interview memos and completing comprehensive investigative reports issued to prosecuting agencies, legislative bodies, and the public.
Ability to analyze financial investigation materials and apply judgment.
Acting as a liaison with criminal prosecutors and law enforcement.
Testifying in front of grand juries and at trials or hearings.
Assisting other Auditor General divisions with fraud issues and concerns.
Providing fraud detection and deterrence trainings to internal personnel as well as outside agencies.
Conducting high risk reviews for outside governmental entities.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects and deadlines.
Ability to be thorough, precise, accurate, and detail oriented.

What You'll Need:

Accounting bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Some experience conducting financial analysis and internal controls related to fraud allegations.
Strong interest in public service and improving State government.
Strong analytical, research, critical thinking, time management, and verbal and written communication skills.
Obtained or interest in obtaining a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) designation.
Well-developed interpersonal skills.
Must have valid Arizona driver's license and reliable transportation.
Level II - 2 years or more experience conducting financial analysis and reviews of internal controls related to fraud allegations.
Senior – Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience and 4 years or more experience conducting financial analysis and reviews of internal controls related to fraud allegations.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply:Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Auditor General offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

Generous paid vacation and sick leave with 10 paid holidays per year.
Medical insurance, with the employer covering 90% of the premium cost.
Retirement plan with 100% employer match of the employee contribution and additional deferred compensation options.
Business casual dress.
Flexible Monday through Friday work schedules and telecommuting options.
Continuing education provided and paid for by the employer.
Tuition assistance program for those who qualify.
Clear path to advance your career.
Dental and vision insurance.
Long-term disability insurance and optional short-term disability insurance.
$15,000 life insurance policy and options to purchase additional coverage and supplemental coverage for dependents.
Optional flexible spending accounts.