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The New York State Office of the Attorney General’s (OAG) Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (Unit) is seeking forensic accountants/auditors for its New York City office. The forensic accountant/auditor supports the Unit by working in partnership with its attorneys, investigators, data analysts, nurses, and legal support analysts to conduct complex, long-term healthcare fraud investigations. Utilizing various state laws, including the New York State Penal Law, the False Claims Act, Social Services Law §145-b, and the Executive Law, the Unit, supported by the work of its forensic accountants/auditors, brings civil causes of action or secures criminal indictments to protect the integrity of the State Medicaid program and to protect the health and well-being of residents of residential care facilities. Many of these actions are conducted in coordination with other state, federal or local government and prosecutorial agencies, and have resulted in large-scale financial recoveries on behalf of the State of New York, as well as the arrest and prosecution of various wrongdoers.
Candidates for the position of forensic accountant/auditor must possess:
- A minimum of a four (4) year college degree, either specifically in finance, accounting, economics, computer science with data analysis, applied statistics, 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 skills for the position include:
- 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.
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.
Applications are being received online. To apply, please click on this link: MFCU_FAA_NYC_6102; 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:
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 about the OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov
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