Special Agent with Accounting/Finance Expertise
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Atlanta Metropolitan Area · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- USD 93,749 – USD 133,200 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor's degree or higher (preferably in accounting, business administration, finance, or forensic accounting)
- Eligibility
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens who meet FBI employment eligibility requirements and are capable of obtaining Top Secret SCI clearance.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
Job Overview
This role offers an opportunity to transition your accounting and finance expertise into a federal law enforcement career focused on protecting national security. Join the FBI and utilize your analytical abilities, attention to detail, and financial acumen to assist investigations related to cyber threats, violent crime, terrorism, and fraud. This position demands adaptability, critical thinking, and resilience, supported by the Bureau's professional development programs, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive workplace.
How Your Experience Applies
Your background in accounting and finance provides a strong basis in financial analysis, budgeting, risk management, and data interpretation, including proficiency with R programming, Tableau, and financial accounting principles. At the FBI, these skills evolve to transform data into actionable evidence and insights, enabling you to take ownership of investigative outcomes.
Primary Duties
- Plan and execute investigations concerning violations of federal laws, cybercrime, and public safety threats.
- Apply judgment and resourcefulness to address diverse investigative challenges.
- Build and sustain collaborative relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law enforcement bodies.
- Maintain physical fitness levels necessary for law enforcement responsibilities.
Key Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship is mandatory.
- Ability to obtain Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
- Willingness to travel as job demands.
- Fulfillment of FBI employment eligibility criteria.
- Bachelor's degree or higher, ideally in accounting, business administration, finance, or forensic accounting, from an accredited U.S. institution; degree verification via transcripts required.
Compensation Details
The salary range for this position is from $93,749 to $133,200 annually, adjusted according to location and pay availability.
Application Instructions
- Prepare a resume not exceeding two pages, listing relevant experience with dates.
- Include supporting documents such as college transcripts and, if applicable, veteran documentation (DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later).
- Complete all application sections and upload all required materials accurately during the submission process.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The FBI offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, marital or parental status, disability, age, sex, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, personal favoritism, or other non-merit factors, unless legally authorized.