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Forensic Accountant

2 months ago

Washington, United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Full time
Summary

Forensic Accounting is one of the most sought-after FBI careers. You will investigate financial crimes including corporate, healthcare, mortgage securities, and commodities fraud. Your expertise will also apply to counterintelligence, counterterrorism, cybercrime, virtual currency, organized crime, and public corruption investigations. The FBI is seeking Forensic Accountants for all of our Headquarters locations.

This job is open to

  • Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
    Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
  • Federal employees - Competitive service
    Current or former competitive service federal employees.
  • Federal employees - Excepted service
    Current excepted service federal employees.
  • Individuals with disabilities
  • Internal to an agency
    Current federal employees of this agency.
  • Military spouses
  • The public
    U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
  • Veterans
Clarification from the agency

All U.S. Citizens.

Duties

GS 11/12
  • Provide knowledge with respect to accounting and financial practices, securities, banking laws and systems, conventional and non-conventional financial institutions, and profit/non-profit businesses. Develop or assist with developing new forensic accounting techniques applicable to various financial investigations.
  • Independently conduct forensic analysis of financial data. Conduct and coordinate the examination of financial aspects of the investigation in cooperation with case agents, prosecuting attorneys and others.
  • Assess the value of financial evidence; unravel sophisticated techniques for moving funds and shielding illegal activity. Provide financial profiles of individuals and groups. Compile detailed financial findings and conclusions to prepare in-depth forensic accounting reports.
  • Utilize various computer applications to review and interpret implications on a vast number and variety of financial transactions, and other corporate, business, and financial processes, associations, and recordkeeping systems.
  • Produce detailed financial investigative reports and exhibits. May participate in subject and key witness interviews and testify as needed as a fact and/or expert witness in judicial proceedings.
  • Develop and provide forensic accounting presentations/briefings.
GS 13 (In addition to the above):
  • Serve as an expert forensic accountant and authority in the identification, examination, and analysis of financial data associated with domestic/international white collar crime, counterintelligence, counterterrorism, cyber crime and/or other high priority FBI jurisdictional violations.
  • Handle assignments related to highly complex financial investigations where a thorough forensic accounting of financial records is required.
  • Plan, coordinate, and direct the examination of financial aspects of the investigation.
  • Provide authoritative expertise with regard to accounting and financial practices, world-wide securities, banking laws and systems, conventional and non-conventional financial institutions, national and international profit and non-profit businesses.
  • Compile extremely complex financial findings and conclusions to prepare in-depth forensic accounting reports and communications.
  • Prepare and testify as an expert witness in criminal proceedings, as needed.
  • Mentor and instruct inexperienced Forensic Accountants and Financial Analysts.
Requirements

Conditions of Employment
  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Must be able to obtain a Top Secret-SCI clearance
  • Some travel may be required
  • Selectee will be required to complete a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, OGE-450 annually
  • Selectee will be required to complete form FD-887, Request for Access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)
  • ALL applicants must verify completion of the basic education requirement by submitting a copy of college transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.
  • Selectee approved for hire will be required to attend a mandatory five-week Forensic Accountant Core Training Session (FACTS) held at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Once training dates are established, employees will be notified in advance.
  • In order to be given promotional consideration, current Forensic Accountants that have completed FACTS 18-02 or later must have completed their New Forensic Accountant Development Program (logbook) prior to the closing of this job opening.
Qualifications

GS 11: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS 9 grade level. SE is defined as follows:
  • Performed examination and analysis over several financial investigative or audit areas. Analysis utilized accounting, auditing, analytical, technical, and/or investigative skills.
  • Provided knowledge of various accounting and financial practices, securities, banking systems, financial institutions, and/or businesses to colleagues or clients.
GS 12: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS 11 grade level. SE is defined as follows:
  • Independently performed complex examination and analysis over several financial investigative or audit areas. Analysis utilized advanced accounting, auditing, analytical, technical, and/or investigative skills.
  • Provided guidance regarding forensic accounting and financial practices, world-wide securities, banking laws, regulations, and systems, financial institutions, and/or national and international businesses to various audiences.
  • Reviewed work and/or provided guidance to lesser experienced staff.
GS 13: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS 12 grade level. SE is defined as follows:
  • Served as a professional forensic accountant or authority in the identification, examination, and analysis of financial data.
  • Planned and facilitated financial investigations in cooperation with case agents, attorneys, and/or other entities.
  • Conducted complex analyses and compiled findings/conclusions to produce in depth financial investigative reports and/or exhibits suitable for court of law, or presentation to federal regulators.
  • Reviewed casework and/or provided guidance to other forensic accountants.
Education

This position has a specific education requirement; all applicants must verify completion of this basic educational requirement by submitting a copy of their college transcripts by the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Applicants possessing certifications (e.g. Certified Public Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, or Certified Internal Auditor) MUST provide proof of such certifications along with their college transcripts. Candidate MUST submit a transcript attesting to possession of the required education as described under the Basic Requirements Section of the vacancy announcement.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE BASIC REQUIREMENT BELOW:

A) Degree in accounting, or a degree in a related field such as business administration, finance, or public administration that included or was supplemented by 24 semester hours in accounting. The 24 hours may include up to 6 hours of credit in business law.

OR

B) Combination of education and experience: At least 4 years of experience in accounting, or an equivalent combination of accounting experience, college-level education, and training that provided professional accounting knowledge. The applicant's background must also include one of the following:

1) 24 semester hours in accounting or auditing courses of appropriate type and quality. This can include up to 6 hours of business law.

2) A certificate as a Certified Public Accountant or a Certified Internal Auditor, obtained through written examination.

OR

C) Completion of the requirements for a degree that included substantial course work in accounting or auditing, e.g., 15 semester hours, but that does not fully satisfy the 24 semester hour requirement of paragraph A, provided that (a) the applicant has successfully worked at the full-performance level in accounting, auditing, or a related field, e.g., valuation engineering or financial institution examining; (b) a panel of at least two higher level professional accountants or auditors has determined that the applicant has demonstrated a good knowledge of accounting and of related and underlying fields that equals in breadth, depth, currency, and level of advancement that is normally associated with successful completion of the 4 year course of study described in paragraph A; and (c) except for literal nonconformance to the requirement of 24 semester hours in accounting, the applicant's education, training, and experience fully meet the specified requirements.

Additional information

In order to recruit and retain highly qualified candidates, selectees may be eligible for a recruitment incentive. Prior to receiving a recruitment incentive, an employee must sign a written agreement to complete a specific period of employment with the FBI.

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.

Memorandum for Record: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on an SF-50, i. e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished no credit will be given for time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum for Record):
  • Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties).
  • The month/year work began.
  • Frequency worked (i.e., daily, monthly, etc.)
  • Specific duties performed.
  • Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Please make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.

Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status.

Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans' preference will be applied.

All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies:
  • Accounting
  • Analytic Thinking
  • Technology Application
  • Benefits
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  • Required Documents
    As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
    To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:
    1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
    2. A complete assessment questionnaire.
    3. Other supporting documents (if applicable):
    • College transcripts are required.
    • Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees.
    • Memorandum for Record (MFR), Please see Additional Information.
    • Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees.
    • Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.
  • How to Apply
    To apply for the Forensic Accountant position, please click here.
    The official title of this position is, Accountant (Forensics).
    Agency contact information
    Autumn S. Hartzell
    Email

    Address
    Federal Bureau of Investigation
    935 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
    Washington, DC 20535
    US
    Next steps
    Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.
  • Fair and Transparent
    The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
    • Criminal history inquiries
    • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
    • Financial suitability
    • New employee probationary period
    • Privacy Act
    • Reasonable accommodation policy
    • Selective Service
    • Signature and false statements
    • Social security number request


Required Documents

To apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes:
  1. Your resume, specifically noti