• A bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or management, economics, finance, public administration, public policy, political science, or related field.
• Experience preferred in: (1) compliance auditing; (2) program analysis; (3) or investigations.
• Ability to summarize and support findings clearly, both orally and in writing.
• An aptitude for critical analysis.
• Comfortable in conducting interviews.
• Exceptional spreadsheet skills. Knowledge of Lexis or other research databases.

Duties Description The New York State Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government seeks a Compliance Analyst to join its Compliance Audit & Review Unit. The unit is responsible for examining statutory filings and implementing the Commission's audit programs. The responsibilities of the Compliance Analyst will include conducting random and targeted reviews of Financial Disclosure Statements submitted by certain public officials; preparing and presenting detailed reports on findings; serving as a resource for investigations; reviewing and analyzing supporting evidence provided to substantiate filings; and communicating with filers to generate full compliance with reporting requirements.

Additional Comments A Compliance Analyst is entrusted with sensitive information and material; confidentially must be scrupulously maintained, discretion exercised in discussions, and utmost care taken in handling sensitive materials to protect the confidentially of matters before the Commission.

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

Name Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government

Telephone (518) 408-3976

Fax (518) 408-3975

Email Address ethics@ethics.ny.gov

Address

Street 540 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

Notes on Applying Interested candidates should submit a current resume and cover letter, and the name, address, phone number and email address of three professional references, in confidence, to:

By mail:
NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government
540 Broadway
Albany, New York 12207

By e-mail:
ethics@ethics.ny.gov