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Fraud Auditor

Omaha, NE · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

The ideal candidate is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with auditing experience, expertise in financial analysis and fraud investigations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to ...

Fraud Auditor

Omaha, NE · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

The ideal candidate is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with auditing experience, expertise in financial analysis and fraud investigations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to ...

Auditor I-II

Austin, TX · Hybrid

$56K - $88K/yr

Working toward becoming or achieved designation as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Information Systems Auditors ...

$100 - $125/hr

Principal Auditor, (Experienced Senior Auditor) AML/Fraud and Ethics Audits (Hybrid) Capital One's Audit function is a dedicated group of professionals focused on delivering top-quality assurance ...

Financial CGS is seeking a highly skilled Senior Auditor to provide general auditing and accounting services in support of fraud investigations involving potentially complex financial transactions ...

Auditor

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Financial CGS is seeking a highly skilled Senior Auditor to provide general auditing and accounting services in support of fraud investigations involving potentially complex financial transactions ...

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How much do fraud auditor jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for fraud auditor in the United States is $72,633.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,000.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a fraud auditor do?

A Fraud Auditor is responsible for examining financial records, transactions, and business processes to identify signs of fraud, embezzlement, or other financial misconduct. They analyze data, conduct interviews, and review internal controls to detect irregularities or suspicious activities. Fraud Auditors also help organizations strengthen their procedures to prevent future fraud and may assist in investigations or legal proceedings when fraud is detected.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fraud auditor?

To thrive as a Fraud Auditor, you need a solid background in accounting, forensic analysis, and fraud detection methods, usually supported by a bachelor's degree in accounting or finance and relevant certifications such as CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner). Familiarity with data analytics tools, audit management software, and financial reporting systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help auditors identify suspicious patterns and clearly present their findings. These skills and qualities are essential for detecting fraud, ensuring organizational integrity, and supporting sound risk management practices.

How does a fraud auditor typically collaborate with other departments during investigations?

Fraud Auditors frequently work alongside departments such as compliance, internal audit, finance, and legal to gather information and analyze potential fraudulent activities. Collaboration is essential to ensure a comprehensive understanding of processes, share findings, and implement corrective actions effectively. Regular meetings and clear communication channels help streamline investigations, and Fraud Auditors often present their findings to management and suggest risk mitigation strategies. This teamwork not only helps in detecting fraud but also in strengthening organizational controls.

What is the difference between Fraud Auditor vs Forensic Accountant?

AspectFraud AuditorForensic Accountant
CertificationsCPA, CFE, CIACPA, CFE, CFF
Work EnvironmentAuditing firms, corporations, government agenciesLegal settings, courts, law enforcement
Industry UsageFinancial audits, fraud detectionLegal investigations, litigation support

Both Fraud Auditors and Forensic Accountants analyze financial data to detect fraud, often holding similar certifications like CPA and CFE. Fraud Auditors primarily focus on identifying and preventing fraud within organizations through audits, while Forensic Accountants investigate financial crimes for legal proceedings. Their work environments and roles overlap but differ in scope and application.

How to become a fraud auditor?

To become a fraud auditor, typically one needs a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with experience in auditing or forensic accounting. Professional certifications such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) can enhance job prospects. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of auditing tools are also important for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Fraud Auditor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,633 per year, or $34.9 per hour.

Fraud Auditor

Omaha, NE • On-site

Contact Government Services, LLC
Public Administration • 11 - 50 employees

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Analyze financial and medical claims data, conduct forensic audits, develop damages assessments, and prepare reports and evidence to support investigations and litigation.

  • Perform comprehensive analytical, investigative, and financial examination duties in support of government investigations and litigation.

  • Review, analyze, and interpret complex data sets, identify anomalies, and develop financial damage models to support civil and criminal fraud cases.


Job description

Fraud Analyst
Employment Type: Full Time 
Department: Litigation Support

CGS seeks a Fraud Analyst to provide financial, forensic, and investigative support to government attorneys in the investigation and litigation of complex civil and criminal fraud matters. The Fraud Analyst will analyze financial and medical claims data, conduct forensic audits, develop damages assessments, and prepare reports and evidence to support investigations, prosecutions, settlements, and recoveries. The ideal candidate is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) with auditing experience, expertise in financial analysis and fraud investigations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information in a government environment.

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve the government’s most dynamic problems with cutting-edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates who are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.


Skills and attributes for success:

  • Assists the client in the investigation and trial preparation phases by conducting medical claims data analysis, forensic investigations, financial damages, statistical sampling, and ability-to-pay analyses, which serve a significant role in determinations regarding investigations, prosecutions, settlements, and recovery in these matters, which can be voluminous and complex.
  • Investigations may well involve individually identifiable medical information, which the contractor will keep confidential, maintaining the privacy of the individuals who received the health care services or items.
  • Confidentiality will also be maintained for matters under seal, such as qui tam lawsuits, and matters occurring before the grand jury. Investigations may concern sensitive matters, involve prominent individuals, organizations, or corporations within a client’s district, all of which the investigator will keep confidential.
  • The Auditor shall perform comprehensive analytical, investigative, and financial examination duties in support of the client.
  • Conduct audits in support of investigations and litigation involving the government's affirmative civil enforcement of federal laws, particularly the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C. §§3729-3733, the Anti-Kickback Statute, 42 U.S.C. § 1320a-7b(b)(1)(A), and the Stark Law, 42 U.S.C. § 1395nn(a)
  • Conduct similar audits in support of criminal investigations involving 18 U.S. Code § 641, 18 U.S.C. 1343—Elements of Wire Fraud, 18 U.S.C. § 1341, 18 U.S.C. § 1347, 18 USC 1956: Laundering of monetary instruments, 18 U.S.C. § 1957.
  • Reviewing, analyzing, and interpreting complex data sets, including Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services claims data, PPP loan data, and records associated with health care fraud, defense procurement fraud, and other government program fraud.
  • Identifying outlier billings and other anomalies within health care claim codes and normalizing claims data across multiple benefit plans to support time studies and other analytical assessments.
  • Detecting trends, patterns, and relevant information within investigative and discovery records and applying this analysis to test data under various conditions.
  • Reinterpreting and extrapolating results from Statistically Valid Random Samples when modifications to sample review outcomes occur.
  • Developing, documenting, and defending loss calculation methodologies and financial damage models for litigation.
  • Conducting financial investigations to assess the ability of individuals and organizations to satisfy settlements and judgments, including detailed analysis of assets, liabilities, debt covenants, borrowing capacity, earnings, financial ratios, aging schedules, tax considerations, and collectability.
  • Examining personal and business financial records to identify payments, kickbacks, money flows, sources and uses of cash, related-party transactions, and potential damages.
  • Performing asset valuations, records reconstruction, and creation of computerized financial models for use in presentations of financial evidence.
  • Preparing clear, accurate reports summarizing financial analyses, data findings, and evidentiary conclusions.
  • Communicating investigative findings to attorneys, investigators, and other team members, and providing recommendations to client regarding investigative plans, areas of focus, and potential courses of action.
  • Reviewing defense presentations, expert reports, and related materials, and collaborating with independent experts as needed.
  • Preparing expert reports for litigation and participating in negotiations upon request.
  • Professionally engaging with witnesses, persons of interest, and representatives of local, state, and federal agencies to obtain statements, clarify facts, and establish sequences of events in support of investigative objectives.
  • Participate in the Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) Review Team, reviewing FINCEN reports to generate investigative leads for law enforcement and assisting in de-conflicting pending investigations.

Qualifications:

  • Must be Certified Public Accountant.
  • MBA or equivalent in accounting or directly related field.
  • Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing standards.
  • Minimum of three years’ experience as an auditor.
  • Minimum two years specialized experience in the specific subject matter area involved - for example, Medicare billing and claims systems, or DoD inventory systems.
  • Working knowledge of appropriate accounting and financial analysis ADP systems and applications.
  • Thorough knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and generally accepted auditing standards.
  • Working knowledge of appropriate accounting and financial analysis ADP systems and applications.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Experience in litigation environment, experience working with automated litigation support helpful.

Our Commitment:
Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting-edge technology with world-class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our client’s specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.

For the past seven years, we’ve been growing our government-contracting portfolio, and along the way, we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.

Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self-awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.

We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health, Dental, and Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401k
- Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
- Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays


Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Join our team and become part of government innovation!
Explore additional job opportunities with CGS on our Job Board:
https://cgsfederal.com/join-our-team/
For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact:
Email: info@cgsfederal.com

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