Forensic Accountant/Auditor(Entry-Level Opportunity for College Graduates)

New York State Office of the Attorney General • New York, New York State, United States • $66.96k / year • 3w ago

Criminal Justice Division
Medicaid Fraud Control Unit – New York City
Forensic Accountant/Auditor
Reference No. MFCU_NYC_ FAA_6383

Application Deadline is May 2, 2025

The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) seeks forensic
accountants/auditors (FAA) for its New York City office. The FAA supports MFCU by working in partnership with its
attorneys, detectives, data analysts, nurses, and legal support analysts to conduct complex, long-term healthcare
fraud investigations.

The Medicaid program provides health coverage to millions of New Yorkers, including low-income persons, children,
elderly adults, and people with developmental disabilities. MFCU is the nation’s premier law enforcement agency
charged with ensuring the financial integrity of New York state’s $96 billion Medicaid program by investigating
healthcare providers, such as pharmaceutical companies, doctors, hospitals, and nursing homes, who engage in
Medicaid billing schemes that cause harm to Medicaid recipients and the loss of millions of dollars to the state of
New York. MFCU also works to protect elderly and disabled New Yorkers by investigating reports of abuse and
neglect in nursing homes and other residential health care facilities in the state.

Possessing both civil and criminal enforcement powers, MFCU uses various state laws to bring civil actions and
criminal proceedings, including asset forfeiture actions. Many of MFCU’s investigations are conducted in
coordination with other federal, state, or local government and prosecutorial agencies, and have resulted in large-
scale criminal convictions and the recovery of millions of dollars of taxpayer money.

Several matters that highlight MFCU’s important work include OAG’s report concerning neglect of nursing home
residents across New York state during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the recent filing of four major lawsuits against
nursing homes, including Centers Health Care, Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, The Villages
of Orleans Health and Rehabilitation Center, and Fulton Commons Care Center, Inc.

Additional recent significant cases include the indictment and arraignment of owner of NYC pharmacy for allegedly
stealing millions from Medicaid; the sentencing of a Bronx clinic owner for defrauding New York State out of more
than $4 Million in false Medicaid claims; and the extradition, arrest, and arraignment of a Medicaid fraud ringleader.

Qualifications:

A minimum of a four-year college degree, either specifically in accounting, finance, economics,

applied statistics, or computer science with data analysis, 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/experience:

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.

The salary for this position is $66,964 + $3,400 in location pay. As an employee of OAG, you will join a team of dedicated
individuals who work to serve the people of our state 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. Additionally, OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple
o ptions for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online.

To ensure consideration, applications must be received by close of business on May 2, 2025.

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

Cover Letter

You may address your letter to the Legal Recruitment Unit.
Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate. You may

wish to include information about what life experiences you will bring to the position that will
enhance OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.

Resume
Writing Sample

Your sample should demonstrate your ability to analyze and organize information into an

effective document that is well-organized and error-free.

If needed, please include a cover page to provide the reviewer with any relevant context or

background information.

List of three (3) references

Submit only professional references; supervisory references are preferred.
For each reference, indicate the nature and duration of your relationship.
Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.
Please note that your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.

If you have questions regarding a position with OAG, the application process, or need assistance with submitting your application, please

contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.