FRAUD INVESTIGATOR / ANALYST III - 79001459 1
About The Position
The Fraud Investigator/Analyst III works in the Bureau of Public Engagement of the Division of Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes, in the criminal referral unit. This is an in-office position focused on reviewing cases involving alleged criminal activity related to condominium operations. The role conducts forensic financial examinations to identify patterns, irregularities, and indicators of fraud, misconduct, or potential criminal activity involving condominium associations, board members, and related parties. It applies Chapters 718, Florida Statutes, and applicable Florida Administrative Code provisions to assess alleged violations and compliance. The investigator gathers and analyzes financial records, conducts audits and forensic analyses, investigates allegations, and prepares findings, recommendations, and referrals for supervisory review and law enforcement or prosecuting authorities as appropriate. The role may provide expert testimony in legal or administrative proceedings and includes case and non-case-related travel.
Requirements
- Two years of accounting or auditing experience.
- One year of investigative, legal, and analytical experience.
- Valid Florida driver license.
- Ability to travel for case-related and non-case-related work.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
- Knowledge of forensic accounting principles, auditing standards, and investigative techniques.
- Ability to read, interpret, and apply statutes and administrative rules to specific fact scenarios.
- Ability to conduct fact-finding interviews and take statements.
- Ability to collect and analyze evidence, including complex financial data, and identify indicators of fraud or misconduct.
- Ability to conduct thorough investigations.
- Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and legally sound written reports and documentation.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Attention to detail and critical-thinking skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to present technical and financial information clearly to non-technical audiences.
- Customer service etiquette.
- Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Forensic Accountant (CRFAC), or Certified in Financial Forensics (CFF).
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a similar field, with 24 or more accounting semester hours.
Responsibilities
- Conduct forensic financial examinations to identify patterns, irregularities, and indicators of fraud, misconduct, or potential criminal activity involving condominium associations, board members, and related parties.
- Apply relevant provisions of Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, and applicable Florida Administrative Code provisions to assess alleged violations and determine compliance.
- Gather, review, and analyze financial records and documentation needed to investigate complex financial allegations.
- Conduct financial audits and forensic analyses to evaluate possible fraud, misuse of association funds, or other financial misconduct.
- Investigate alleged violations and prepare detailed, concise, well-supported investigative reports, memoranda, and correspondence documenting findings and recommendations for supervisory review.
- Prepare referrals for law enforcement agencies or prosecuting authorities as needed.
- May provide expert testimony in legal or administrative proceedings.
- Monitor caseloads to ensure cases are processed in a timely manner.
- Maintain general knowledge of the Department and other agencies’ functions to provide referral information to the public as needed.
- Communicate with the supervisor daily.
- Conduct case-related and non-case-related travel.
- Perform other related work as required.
Benefits
- State of Florida retirement package with a required 3% employee contribution.
- Nine annual paid holidays and one personal holiday.
- Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid annual leave annually as a new State employee.
- Ability to earn up to 104 hours of paid sick leave annually.
- Health insurance coverage, including individual and family coverage, for eligible employees.
- $25,000 life insurance policy for eligible employees.
- Additional supplemental insurance policies, including dental, vision, hospital supplement, and cancer coverage.
- Tax-deferred medical and childcare reimbursement accounts.
- Tuition waiver program for attendance at an approved State of Florida college or university.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
