Investigator

Job Responsibilities:

• Conducts investigations of alleged misconduct, fraud, waste, and other issues.
• Serves as point of contact to receive, review, analyze, and draft investigation documents.
• Coordinates the investigation throughout the investigation cycle which includes initial inquiry/report, analysis, and final report writing.
• Assists with setting up meetings and coordinating conference calls, briefings, and schedules.
• Maintains documentation relating to the investigative work as required by applicable regulations and OCIA practices.
• Assists OCIA management in compiling and presenting analytical data on internal investigations.
• Reports investigation findings to appropriate management at any time when issues need to be addressed.
• Coordinates reviews of ad hoc and annual Conflict of Interest (COI) disclosures.
• Prepares clear and concise internal memos and investigation notification to be submitted to the Office of Inspector General or the funder designated office of compliance.
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in relevant field such as Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field from a four-year college or university.
• 3-5 years of progressively responsible experience in investigation related work, internal audit, or financial analysis in a global, geographically disbursed organization; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) designation is strongly desired.
• Demonstrates ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize information from many sources.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, time management, project management, and prioritization skills.
• Project administration experience; experience interfacing with management regarding Internal Audit and Investigations.
• Familiarity with non-profit and US Government Contracting Rules and Regulations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; must be able to work with a minimum of supervision in the conceptualization, planning, management and implementation of activities.
• Experience in providing outstanding customer service, performing complex activities associated with ensuring compliance with company’s system of internal controls is required.
• Computerized accounting software experience and proficiency in spreadsheet software required.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
• Articulate professional and able to communicate in a clear and positive fashion with clients and staff.
• Foreign language skills such as French, Portuguese, or Spanish desired.
• Prior international experience is a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
• Proven computer skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Teams, electronic mail and knowledge of the Internet and on-line systems.

Typical Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment.
• Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift/move up to 5 lbs.

Travel Requirements:

• Can be greater than 15% (depending on need and other travel restrictions).