FINANCIAL INVESTIGATOR-ECONOMIC CRIMES - 43005194

About the role

The Criminal Investigations Division encompasses all law enforcement and forensic components residing within the Department of Financial Services. This advertisement is for the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Fraud. This advertisement is for a Financial Investigator – Economic Crimes position which is a NON-SWORN position.

To maintain fairness and integrity, applicants are required to provide honest and authentic responses during all stages of the evaluation and selection process. Applicants must rely on their own personal knowledge, thoughts, and impressions. A candidate’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools at any stage of the process is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification for the position.

This is not a telework position. Candidate will be required to work in the office.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent
• Five (5) years of professional work experience in one or more of the following areas: Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics, Business Administration (Finance, Management, Organizational Behavior), Criminal Justice, Forensic Accounting, or Financial Fraud is required. A post-secondary degree from an accredited university/college may be used as an alternative for the years of professional work experience on a year-for-year basis.
• Experience interpreting financial statements, bank records, and/or financial transactions.
• Experience in accounting, cash flow analysis and/or producing analytical financial reports.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, to include Word, Excel, and Outlook, and the ability and skills to effectively use this software.
• Valid Driver’s License from the Florida Department of Safety and Motor Vehicles by the time of employment.

Preferences

• A degree from an accredited college or university in one or more than the following areas: Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics, Business Administration (Finance, Management, Organizational Behavior), Criminal Justice, Forensic Accounting, or Financial Fraud.
• Professional certifications: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
• Experience working in law enforcement agency, regulatory agencies, financial compliance, law firm, fire service industry, or government investigative agency is preferred.
• Special consideration may be given to eligible candidates who have bilingual verbal and written skills that meet a critical need of the agency’s mission.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic accounting and auditing principles.
• Knowledge of the methods of compiling and analyzing data.
• Knowledge of monitoring techniques.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics.
• Knowledge of advanced investigative techniques.
• Knowledge of the rules and evidence.
• Knowledge of court procedures and requirements.

• Ability to review, analyze and evaluate financial data.
• Ability to examine and audit financial records.
• Ability to prepare financial audit reports.
• Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to conduct research and prepare reports.
• Ability to probe and obtain critical facts.
• Ability to utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to conduct investigations.
• Ability to prepare exhibits and schedules for presentations in court.
• Ability to present information in a concise and organized manner.
• Ability to provide expert testimony in state and federal court.

Benefits

• State Group Health Insurance Coverage.
• $25,000 Life Insurance Policy (100% paid by employer).
• Dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options available.
• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• 10 paid holidays each year.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Flexible Spending Accounts; and
• Tuition waivers to attend State of Florida community colleges, colleges, and universities!

What is the selection process?

Selection is a three-to-six-month process where the successful applicants MUST PASS the Oral Interview and Written Exam, CJSTC background prior to beginning.

Brief description of duties

Incumbent of position is a member of DFS’ Disaster Response Team and, in that capacity, may be required on short notice to perform duties and necessary attendant travel in support of disaster relief efforts.

This position has responsibilities involving procedures adopted by the Department, Division, and Bureau. The procedures are part of the internal control structure used to provide reasonable assurance that objectives are met. This position shall use, comply with, and, if needed, improve these controls and procedures in the performance of duties within the Office of Fiscal Integrity.

Incumbent is under the direct supervision of the Fiscal Integrity Lieutenant:

• Conducts financial investigations in insurance fraud, finance and securities fraud cases.
• Investigates violations of state fiscal laws, rules and regulations.
• Interviews and secures statements from principals, employees and other witnesses.
• Performs cash flow analysis, collects and evaluates documents and other evidence.
• Prepares final reports on financial investigations, setting forth information and evidence obtained.
• Testifies at administrative, civil and criminal court hearings and trials resulting from these investigations.
• Maintains liaison and performs joint investigations with federal, state and local law enforcement.
• Prepares documents, exhibits, schedules and other pertinent information for use in criminal prosecution of economic fraud cases in a court of law.
• Assists state attorneys in the prosecution of economic fraud cases.

Performs related work as required.