Special Agent with Accounting and Finance Expertise

Job Overview

This role is exempt from the federal civilian hiring freeze. As a Special Agent at the FBI, you will utilize your analytical mindset and critical thinking to protect national security. Your expertise in accounting and finance will be instrumental in investigating violent crime, cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and emerging threats. Day-to-day requires adapting to complex scenarios, analyzing data, and uncovering critical information to support public safety investigations. Your career will grow with comprehensive benefits, professional development, and a supportive environment promoting work-life balance.

Role Relevance of Accounting and Finance Experience

Your prior experience in financial analysis, budgeting, risk management, and familiarity with tools such as R and Tableau form the foundation for interpreting evidence and patterns as a Special Agent. You will transition from supporting roles to leading investigative efforts informed by your domain knowledge and sound judgment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations involving potential federal law violations, cybersecurity incidents, and public safety concerns.
• Apply resourcefulness and sound judgment to meet diverse investigative demands.
• Develop and sustain cooperative relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain physical fitness standards to ensure operational readiness for law enforcement duties.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must hold U.S. citizenship.
• Eligible to obtain Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance.
• Willingness to travel as required to fulfill job duties.
• Meet all FBI employment eligibility criteria.
• Bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited institution, preferably in accounting, business administration, finance, forensic accounting, or related field.
• Submission of official college transcripts for degree verification is mandatory.

Application Instructions

1. Begin application on the FBIJobs careers website.
2. Create or sign in to your account and complete the form as guided.
3. Attach all required documents, including a resume (limited to two pages), college transcripts when applicable, and veterans' documents if relevant.

Salary and Equal Opportunity

The position offers a salary range of $93,749 to $133,200 dependent on base pay, location, and additional pay factors. The FBI is committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, disability, age, sex, pregnancy, or other non-merit factors.