Forensic Accountant

Office of the New York State Attorney General; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,267 - 73,660; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Join a leading agency as a Forensic Accountant in New York City, supporting the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit in vital healthcare fraud investigations. The role involves collaboration with diverse professionals to ensure the integrity of New York's Medicaid program. Ideal candidates will have a strong educational background in accounting or related fields, along with excellent analytical and communication skills. OAG offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, encouraging applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a four-year college degree or equivalent work experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex healthcare fraud investigations.
• Work with attorneys, detectives, and analysts.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Organizational

Education

Four-year college degree in accounting

Degree in finance

Degree in economics

Degree in applied statistics

Degree in computer science

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Join to apply for the Forensic Accountant role at Office of the New York State Attorney General

Office of the New York State Attorney General

Criminal Justice Division

Reference No. MFCU_NYC_FAA_6383

Application Deadline: May 30, 2025

Salary: $66,964 + $4,000 in location pay

The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) seeks forensic accountants/auditors (FAA) for its New York City office. The FAA supports MFCU by working in partnership with attorneys, detectives, data analysts, nurses, and legal support analysts to conduct complex healthcare fraud investigations.

The Medicaid program provides health coverage to millions of New Yorkers, including low-income persons, children, elderly adults, and people with developmental disabilities. MFCU is the nation’s premier law enforcement agency charged with ensuring the financial integrity of New York’s $96 billion Medicaid program by investigating healthcare providers engaged in Medicaid billing schemes that harm recipients and cause financial loss to the state. MFCU also investigates reports of abuse and neglect in nursing homes and other facilities, aiming to protect vulnerable populations.

With civil and criminal enforcement powers, MFCU uses various laws to bring civil actions and criminal proceedings, including asset forfeiture. Many investigations are coordinated with federal, state, and local agencies, resulting in convictions and recovery of funds.

Highlighting MFCU’s work are reports on nursing home neglect during COVID-19, lawsuits against nursing homes, and cases involving Medicaid fraud, such as theft and false claims.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a four-year college degree in accounting, finance, economics, applied statistics, or computer science, or equivalent work experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as part of an investigative team.
• Knowledge of computer applications like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Ability to review financial records and assist in investigations.
• Experience with statistical sampling and analysis.
• Knowledge of healthcare industry and medical coding (CPT, ICD-9/10, DRGs).
• CPA not required but the position qualifies for CPA accreditation.

The salary for this position is $66,964 + $4,000 in location pay. OAG offers comprehensive benefits, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement, and flexible work arrangements such as telecommuting.

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

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online and include:

• Cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications.
• Writing sample demonstrating analytical and organizational skills.
• List of three professional references with contact information.