Special Agent: Finance & Forensic Accounting Expert

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The FBI seeks candidates with an accounting or finance background to become a special agent. You will apply financial analysis, budgeting, and risk assessment to investigations impacting national security, cyber, fraud, and public safety.

This career combines rigorous training with strong growth, competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to collaborate across agencies. A bachelor’s degree is required; U.S. citizenship and SCI clearance are prerequisites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting or a related field from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Experience with financial analysis, budgeting, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations related to federal laws, cybersecurity, and public safety with financial oversight.
• Exercise judgment and resourcefulness in investigative demands.
• Maintain liaison with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain physical fitness to perform law enforcement duties.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Risk management

GAAP reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

Job description

The FBI seeks candidates with an accounting or finance background to become a special agent. You will apply financial analysis, budgeting, and risk assessment to investigations impacting national security, cyber, fraud, and public safety.

This career combines rigorous training with strong growth, competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to collaborate across agencies. A bachelor’s degree is required; U.S. citizenship and SCI clearance are prerequisites.