STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Forensic Fraud Examiner

Recruitment #190717-4605AR-001

Introduction



The State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services (DSS), is recruiting for a Forensic Fraud Examiner within the Quality Assurance Division in the Central Office location in Hartford, CT. The hours of the position are 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

Selection Plan

Candidates selected for interview please bring the following at the time of interview:

 Non State Employees:

  • Three supervisory references.

 State Employees:

  • Two most recent service ratings.
  • Last two years of attendance records.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Kelly Geary at Kelly.Geary@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Office of the Attorney General and the Departments of Social Services, Revenue Services and Transportation, this class is accountable for conducting the most complex and difficult forensic examinations of financial records in matters under investigation by the agency and law enforcement authorities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs most complex forensic analysis of financial records related to complex financial fraud investigations undertaken by the agency; participates as a member of task forces on most complex cases; reviews referred complaints for existence of financial fraud; examines prior audit reports, financial statements, budgets or other available data for evidence of fraud, waste or abuse; examines accounting methods and procedures to insure compliance with accepted accounting practices; analyzes and traces proceeds of other assets involved in fraudulent schemes; identifies assets for possible seizure and/or forfeiture; utilizes intelligence databases for financial records, reports and forensic analysis in investigations; conducts interviews of witnesses and targets; provides technical assistance to staff; acts as a liaison with other operating units, agencies and outside officials regarding unit policies and procedures; participates in hearings and settlement negotiations; prepares reports and makes recommendations in investigations; testifies in administrative and other legal proceedings regarding forensic fraud analysis and audit results; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply professional accounting and auditing principles and practices; considerable knowledge of relevant industry accounting principles and practices; considerable knowledge of substance and application of relevant statutes and regulations; considerable knowledge of courtroom procedure; considerable knowledge of evidence; considerable knowledge of and ability to utilize EDP systems; considerable oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; considerable ability to analyze complex financial records, documents and reports for evidence of financial fraud; considerable ability to prepare comprehensive reports and exhibits.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Seven (7) years of experience in accounting, auditing or financial examinations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of the General Experience must have been in conducting forensic financial examinations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

1. College training in accounting may be substituted for General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor’s degree.
2. A Master’s degree in accounting or certification as a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor or Certified Fraud Examiner may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Three years of recent experience investigating fraud in health care programs.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.