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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 06/29/26

Applications Due07/15/26

Vacancy ID218790

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AgencyBoard of Elections

TitleInvestigative Auditor

Occupational CategoryFinancial, Accounting, Auditing

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $74730 to $89102 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 40 N. Pearl Street, 5th Floor

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Duties Description The Investigative Auditor performs professional work in the review, analysis, and evaluation of campaign finance activities within the New York State Board of Elections. This position is responsible for examining campaign finance filings, auditing financial records, and applying relevant laws, rules, and regulations to assess compliance. The Investigative Auditor supports program operations through detailed analysis, project work, and collaboration with staff and leadership to ensure the consistent and accurate application of campaign finance requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of campaign finance filings submitted by political committees and candidates, assessing completeness, accuracy, and adherence to applicable laws, rules, regulations, and established criteria.
• Audit the books and records of political committees and candidates as necessary to ensure a complete and thorough assessment of compliance with applicable statutes, rules, regulations, Board opinions, and policies.
• Conduct and manage projects and analyses, including reviews of financial activity, application of relevant legal and regulatory standards, and coordination of associated correspondence and communications.
• Assist in the analysis and review of campaign finance disclosures and filings in connection with complaint processing and related matters.
• Assist in the development and implementation of projects and initiatives related to campaign finance administration and program operations.
• Assist in the calculation and application of contribution limits and other regulatory thresholds in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Review and make determinations related to financial activity and eligibility criteria in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and program requirements.
• Contribute to the development of policy recommendations related to campaign finance administration, oversight, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by senior leadership.

For Investigative Auditors in the Public Campaign Finance Unit, these additional duties and responsibilities apply:

• Audit and approve payments in accordance with applicable statutes, rules, and program requirements.
• Certify candidate eligibility for public financing or matching funds pursuant to statutory and regulatory criteria.

Minimum Qualifications A Bachelor's Degree + two (2) years of accounting or finance or general business or other related experience; or an Associate's Degree + four (4) years of accounting or finance or general business or other related experience; or 5 years of other related experience.

Additional Comments Benefits of Working for NYS Generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

Holiday & Paid Time Off

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
• Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
• Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits

• New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• And many more.

The New York State Board of Elections is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage all individuals with disabilities to apply.

Qualified candidates should send a resume and cover letter indicating the title of the position being applied for. Please provide your email address and your work, home or cell phone number. Also, please provide us with your Social Security number so we may verify your employment history.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Gregory Ryan

Telephone 518-474-6336

Fax 518-474-1008

Email Address HR@elections.ny.gov

Address

Street 40 N. Pearl Street, 5th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send resume and cover letter including the Vacancy ID# no later than July 15, 2026. New York State is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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