Special Agent with Accounting/Finance Expertise

Job Overview

This opportunity invites candidates with accounting experience to join the Federal Bureau of Investigation as a Special Agent. Transitioning from finance to a special agent role allows for professional growth through real-world investigative challenges, critical thinking, and collaboration with top-tier professionals focused on national security issues such as cyber threats, terrorism, and fraud.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute investigations into possible federal legal violations including cybersecurity and public safety concerns.
• Apply sound judgment, flexibility, and resourcefulness to meet dynamic investigative needs.
• Establish and sustain cooperative relationships with law enforcement entities across federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international levels.
• Maintain necessary physical fitness to uphold law enforcement operational readiness.

Qualifications and Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to secure a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• Willingness to fulfill travel obligations as necessary.
• Fulfillment of FBI’s employment eligibility criteria.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher, ideally in accounting, business administration, finance, or forensic accounting, from an accredited U.S. institution.
• Official college transcripts must be submitted to verify educational qualifications.

Compensation

The pay scale for this position ranges from $93,749 to $133,200 annually, with salary adjusted based on base pay, locality, and availability pay factors.

Application Process

1. Navigate to the official FBIJobs Careers platform and initiate your application.
2. Create an account or sign in to proceed with submission.
3. Complete all required application steps thoroughly, including attachments.
4. Upload a concise resume (maximum two pages) detailing relevant experiences with dates.
5. Supplemental documentation such as college transcripts and, if applicable, veterans' paperwork (DD 214, SF-15, VA letter dated 1991 or later).

Equal Opportunity Statement

The FBI maintains a commitment to equal employment opportunity without discrimination on various personal or demographic factors, ensuring fair consideration for all eligible candidates.