IRS Criminal Investigator (Special Agent Entry Level)

Position Overview

The IRS Criminal Investigator (Special Agent Entry Level) position offers a unique opportunity to combine your accounting skills with law enforcement expertise as you investigate financial crimes. In this role, you will conduct investigations related to criminal statutes of tax administration, financial crimes, and other related offenses, utilizing indirect accounting methods to trace transactions through complex financial records. You will also testify as a government witness, assist U.S. attorneys in case preparations, execute search and arrest warrants, and perform surveillance, armed escorts, dignitary protection, and undercover operations. This position is open to individuals with a bachelor's degree or higher in accounting or related fields, and no prior federal experience is necessary.

Compensation: Salary ranges from $55,562 to $99,522 per year depending on grade level and location.

The role is hybrid with remote work eligibility for candidates within a 200-mile radius of their assigned post of duty. Employment in this position not only offers the chance to serve the public but also contributes to funding domestic programs and national defense through the investigation of tax-related crimes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations related to criminal statutes of tax administration and financial crimes.
• Utilize accounting skills to trace transactions through complex financial records.
• Testify as a government witness in court cases.
• Assist U.S. attorneys in preparing cases for trial.
• Conduct collateral inquiries and gather evidence from diverse sources.
• Perform surveillance, armed escorts, and dignitary protection as needed.
• Execute search and arrest warrants and conduct undercover operations.
• Evaluate and recommend actions on information items to identify areas of noncompliance.
• Possibly serve as a team leader or expert consultant in information-gathering functions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting or related coursework.
• One year of specialized experience in investigating criminal violations, or equivalent education.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate evidence and arrive at sound conclusions.
• Experience in collecting, assembling, and developing facts and evidence through investigative techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in a related field.
• Experience in law enforcement or financial investigations.

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement