Forensic Accountant

Office of the New York State Attorney General; Pearl River (NY); On-site; USD 62,075 - 75,870; Full time

Job summary

A government office in Pearl River seeks a Forensic Accountant/Auditor to support complex healthcare fraud investigations. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant four-year degree and possess strong analytical and communication skills. This entry-level full-time role offers competitive pay and invites candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a four-year college degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience.
• Ability to function as part of an investigative team.
• Knowledge of fundamental computer applications and presentation software.

Responsibilities

• Support the unit in long-term healthcare fraud investigations.
• Work with attorneys, detectives, and analysts in complex investigations.
• Investigate healthcare providers billing schemes and abuse in facilities.

Skills

Excellent analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of Word, Excel, and Access

Presentation software proficiency

Education

Four-year college degree in accounting, finance, economics, or equivalent

Job description

Medicaid Fraud Control Unit – Pearl River (Rockland County)

Forensic Accountant/Auditor

Reference No. MFCU_PR_FAA_6405

Application Deadline is October 31, 2025

Salary is $68,973 plus $4,000 in location pay

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

The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) seeks a forensic accountant/auditor (FAA) for its Pearl River (Rockland County) office. The FAA supports the unit by working in partnership with its attorneys, detectives, data analysts, nurses, and legal support analysts to conduct complex, long‑term 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 state’s $96 billion Medicaid program by investigating healthcare providers, such as pharmaceutical companies, doctors, hospitals, and nursing homes, who engage in Medicaid billing schemes that cause harm to Medicaid recipients and the loss of millions of dollars to the state of New York. MFCU also works to protect elderly and disabled New Yorkers by investigating reports of abuse and neglect in nursing homes and other residential health care facilities in the state.

Possessing both civil and criminal enforcement powers, MFCU uses various state laws to bring civil actions and criminal proceedings, including asset forfeiture actions. Many of the unit’s investigations are conducted in coordination with other federal, state, or local government and prosecutorial agencies, and have resulted in large‑scale criminal convictions and the recovery of millions of dollars of taxpayer money.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a four‑year college degree, either specifically in accounting, finance, economics, applied statistics, computer science with data analysis, or equivalent post‑college work experience.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills.
• The ability to function as an integral part of an investigative team and work in a group setting.
• Knowledge of fundamental computer applications, such as Word, Excel, and Access.
• Proficiency with presentation software, such as PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills

• The ability to review financial records and advise or assist in the investigation of alleged fraud.
• Designation as a Certified Fraud Examiner.
• Experience with statistical sampling and/or advanced statistical training.
• Knowledge of the healthcare industry and medical coding concepts (CPT, ICD‑9/10, DRGs) and/or experience analyzing health care claims data.
• A CPA is not required; but the position qualifies for CPA accreditation purposes.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online. Applicants must include the following:

• Cover Letter: Address your letter to the Legal Recruitment Unit. Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate. You may wish to include information about what life experiences you will bring to the position that will enhance OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.
• Resume
• Writing Sample: Your sample should demonstrate your ability to analyze and organize information into an effective document that is well‑organized and error‑free. If needed, please include a cover page to provide the reviewer with any relevant context or background information.
• Reference List: Submit a list of three (3) references; supervisory references are preferred. For each reference, indicate the nature and duration of your relationship and include contact information and email addresses. Please note that your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Legal and Accounting/Auditing

Industries

Law Enforcement and Law Practice