Fraud Investigator - Middle Tennessee

Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury•Nashville, TN

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Fraud Investigator supports the Comptroller’s Office by conducting financial investigations involving allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse in government and publicly funded entities. Investigators analyze financial records, conduct interviews, develop and document evidence, identify internal control and compliance deficiencies, and prepare investigative findings that may result in corrective action, recovery of public funds, or criminal prosecution. This role directly contributes to accountability and transparency in Tennessee government operations.

Requirements

A 4‑year degree in Accounting, Business Administration with an Accounting emphasis, or Criminal Justice (including at least 18 semester hours in accounting)
Minimum of 2 years of financial investigative experience
Valid driver’s license
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Sound judgment, professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and high integrity
Ability to work independently while collaborating within an investigative team
A strong working knowledge of accounting principles and the ability to analyze financial records

Nice To Haves

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI), and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Additional experience in accounting, auditing, or financial investigative work

Responsibilities

Apply accounting principles and analytical techniques to review large volumes of financial records for evidence of manipulation or concealment
Use spreadsheets, databases, data analysis tools, and other investigative techniques to identify unusual transactions, relationships, patterns, and anomalies
Conduct, document, and analyze investigative interviews of complainants, witnesses, subjects, government officials, employees, vendors, and other relevant parties related to fraud investigations
Obtain, organize, and analyze accounting records, bank records, contracts, invoices, payroll records, and other evidence to identify schemes and quantify losses
Research laws, rules, and regulations relevant to investigative findings
Evaluate internal controls and identify weaknesses that contribute to or allow fraud, waste, or abuse to occur
Prepare clear and concise investigative reports for public release and assist with presenting investigative findings and testimony throughout the judicial process
Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutors, government staff, contractors, vendors, and citizens on fraud investigations involving potential criminal activity
Promote compliance with laws, regulations, standards, policies, and best practices