Special Agent with Accounting and Finance Expertise

Job Overview

This position is exempt from the federal civilian hiring freeze. As an FBI Special Agent, your role is defined by your analytical thinking and decisive actions that contribute significantly to national security. Leveraging your expertise in accounting and finance, you will transition from your specialized career into federal law enforcement, playing a critical role in investigating violent crimes and countering threats such as cyberattacks, terrorism, and fraud. Your skills in analyzing complex data, identifying patterns, and attention to detail will be pivotal in supporting investigations that protect public safety.

Role Transformation and Growth

Your background has equipped you with a solid foundation in financial analysis, budgeting, and risk management, including proficiency in tools like R programming, Tableau, and financial accounting. At the FBI, these skills evolve as data and patterns become evidence, enhancing your influence from contributor to decision-maker. You will face new challenges daily, requiring resilience and adaptability, supported by a career path that encourages growth, competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment prioritizing work-life balance.

Major Responsibilities

• Conduct investigative planning and execution related to violations of federal laws, including cybercrime and public safety concerns.
• Exercise sound judgment, flexibility, and innovativeness to meet diverse investigative needs.
• Develop and sustain cooperative relations with a wide array of law enforcement entities at federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international levels.
• Maintain physical fitness to fulfill the demands of law enforcement duties effectively.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Obtainment of a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance is mandatory.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Compliance with FBI employment eligibility standards.
• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting, business administration, finance, or forensic accounting, from an accredited U.S. university, with official transcripts required.

Additional Information

This role provides a salary range from $93,749 to $133,200 annually, adjusted by base, locality, and availability pay. Applicants must submit a resume (two pages maximum) detailing relevant experience with dates, and supporting documents including college transcripts and, if applicable, veterans’ paperwork as required. The FBI is committed to equal opportunity employment, ensuring selections are made without discrimination and in accordance with the law.

Application Process

Interested candidates must apply through the FBI's career portal by registering an account, completing all application sections, and submitting all required documents to successfully express their interest.