Part Time Fbi Forensic Accountant Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Forensic Accountant
FT / PT Status - Full-Time
Salary - $43.00 - $83.00 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-SiteRecruiter - Desi Crane aghr@agutah.gov 801-597-4659
Application Deadline - 7/29/2026*
*This recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We encourage candidates to submit their application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.
Key Responsibilities
Forensic Accountant:
The Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC), part of the Financial Crimes Division at the Office of the Utah Attorney General, is seeking a skilled Forensic Accountant. This role is pivotal in investigating a broad spectrum of financial crimes occurring in Utah, including fraud, money laundering, and other illicit financial activities. The FCIC acts as a centralized hub for reporting and analyzing suspicious activity from banking institutions and the public, utilizing advanced systems to detect criminal patterns, bolster public safety, and support law enforcement statewide.
The FCIC is staffed by experienced investigators and prosecutors, serving as Utah's primary resource for financial crime detection and response. By leveraging advanced technologies and a collaborative approach, the FCIC plays a critical role in safeguarding the state against financial threats.
Responsibilities:
• Analyze financial records, including bank statements, accounting records, financial statements, tax returns, payroll records, and business records.
• Review financial transactions to identify inconsistencies, unusual activity, and potential indicators of fraud or financial misconduct.
• Reconcile financial records and trace the movement of funds through multiple accounts and entities.
• Organize, summarize, and interpret large volumes of financial data for use in criminal investigations.
• Prepare spreadsheets, schedules, charts, and written summaries to clearly present financial findings.
• Assist investigators in identifying financial records relevant to criminal investigations.
• Support investigators and prosecutors by providing financial analysis and documentation throughout the investigative and prosecution process.
• Conduct research of business entities, financial records, and publicly available information to assist investigations.
• Maintain accurate documentation and work papers supporting financial analyses.
• Work collaboratively with investigators, prosecutors, financial institutions, and partner agencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive financial and investigative information.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
• Bachelors degree in accounting from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of progressively responsible professional accounting experience, including experience in auditing, financial analysis, or examination of financial records.
• Working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and standard accounting practices.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting financial statements, general ledgers, bank records, and other accounting documents.
• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to analyze large volumes of financial information and identify trends, discrepancies, and irregularities.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly through written reports and verbal presentations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with investigators, prosecutors, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background investigation.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in external or internal auditing.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or active CPA candidate.
• Experience in public accounting.
• Experience conducting fraud examinations, compliance reviews, or internal investigations.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification or the ability to obtain certification.
• Experience working with banking records, financial institutions, or regulatory agencies.
• Experience using data analysis or accounting software to evaluate financial information.
About the Role
Location -
160 East 300 South
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111
United States
Background Check Required - You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required - No
Schedule Code - AG - Employees at the Attorney General's Office
Why You Should Join Our TeamIn Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

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