Job Description
A Senior Forfeiture Financial Specialist executes the following duties:
- Supports nationwide financial initiatives that affect district Asset Forfeiture financial operations such as audit readiness, A-123, etc.
- Monitors and analyzes the financial operations of assigned districts.
- Assists districts by providing: (1) guidance relative to complex financial assets; and (2) support for preparation of annual Asset Forfeiture Fund audit samples.
- Formulates administrative and technical procedures for accomplishing tasks.
- Performs complex technical and factual research relative to seized financial and business assets.
- Submits monthly reports to headquarters documenting the financial status of districts within assigned region.
- Provides supports in conducting pre seizure analysis. This includes, but is not limited to net equity analysis, developing “exit strategy”, preparation of recommendation to IAs and USAO, etc.
- Monitors financial reports submitted by businesses subject to restraining orders/protective orders.
- Provides forensic audit and other financial services relative to seized and forfeited businesses.
Requirements
A Senior Forfeiture Financial Specialist must meet the following qualifications:
- Four-year undergraduate diploma in accounting, finance or related field.
- One or more related professional certifications such as Certified Public Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Government Financial Manager, etc.
- Ten years of direct experience related to accounting, auditing, finance or budget administration.
- Asset Forfeiture experience desirable, but not required
- Experience in Government accounting systems and proficiency in using spreadsheet and word processing software.
- Demonstrated ability to: (a) prioritize and complete multiple complex projects under tight deadlines; (b) work with minimal supervision; and (c) consistently deliver the highest level of quality work
This position requires U.S. Citizenship and a 7 (or 10) year minimum background investigation.