Division of Criminal Justice

Medicaid Fraud Control Unit

Forensic Accountant/Auditor – Syracuse

Reference No. MFCU_FAA_SYR_6097

The New York State Office of the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit is seeking a forensic accountant/auditor for its Syracuse Regional Office, to participate in complex fraud investigations in the healthcare industry, utilizing the New York State False Claims Act, Social Services Law §145-b, and the Executive Law, and, when appropriate, to support prosecution of crimes uncovered by such investigations.  Many of our actions involve coordination with other state and federal civil and prosecutorial anti-fraud agencies resulting in large-scale recoveries. 

Candidates for the position of forensic accountant/auditor must possess excellent analytical, communication, and organizational skills, and a minimum of a four (4) year college degree, either specifically in finance, accounting, or economics, or equivalent post-college work experience. Applicants should be proficient with database and presentation software.  Experience with statistical sampling is a plus.  A CPA is not required; the position qualifies for CPA accreditation purposes.  Designation as a Certified Fraud Examiner is also a plus. Applicants will be considered for both entry-level and experienced assignments. 

OAG employees serve more than 19.85 million state residents through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State.

How To Apply

Applications are being received online. To apply, please click on this link: MFCU_FAA_SYR_6097; applicants will be taken to the online application page for this position.

Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:

• Cover Letter (You may address to Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief, Legal Recruitment);
• Resume;
• Transcript if fewer than five (5) years post-graduate;
• Writing Sample; and
• List of three (3) references with contact information and email addresses.

Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.

If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or you need assistance with submitting your application, please contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

For more information on our Office, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov.

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