Forensic Accounting Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust What You Will Do: This team member will support a U.S. Federal law enforcement agency by ...
Forensic Accounting Consulting Travel Required: Up to 10% Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust What You Will Do: This team member will support a U.S. Federal law enforcement agency by ...
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Los Angeles, CA · On-site
FORENSIC CONSULTING SERVICES We are reviewing resumes for the following positions: Experienced CPAs ... Applying business, accounting experience and knowledge to assist parties in dispute resolution;
Forensic Accountant
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
FORENSIC CONSULTING SERVICES We are reviewing resumes for the following positions: Experienced CPAs ... Applying business, accounting experience and knowledge to assist parties in dispute resolution;
Forensic Accountant
Miami, FL · On-site
Kaufman Rossin is seeking experienced accounting professionals, specializing in litigation consulting, to join our forensic advisory, litigation, and business valuation services team. We are looking ...
Forensic Accountant
Miami, FL · On-site
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Senior Forensic Accountant
Washington, DC · Remote
$75K - $95K/yr
Vision insurance We are seeking a Senior Forensic Accountant to support financial investigations involving fraud, money laundering, asset tracing, and federal benefit programs. The candidate will ...
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Senior Forensic Accountant
Washington, DC · Remote
$75K - $95K/yr
Vision insurance We are seeking a Senior Forensic Accountant to support financial investigations involving fraud, money laundering, asset tracing, and federal benefit programs. The candidate will ...
Forensic Accountant
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
Description Modern Law is looking for a skilled forensic accountant to join our growing team. In this role, you will trace, analyze, and document financial records in family law matters, including ...
Forensic Accountant
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
Description Modern Law is looking for a skilled forensic accountant to join our growing team. In this role, you will trace, analyze, and document financial records in family law matters, including ...
Kaufman Rossin is seeking experienced accounting professionals, specializing in litigation consulting, to join our forensic advisory, litigation, and business valuation services team. We are looking ...
Kaufman Rossin is seeking experienced accounting professionals, specializing in litigation consulting, to join our forensic advisory, litigation, and business valuation services team. We are looking ...
Modern Law is looking for a skilled forensic accountant to join our growing team. In this role, you will trace, analyze, and document financial records in family law matters, including asset ...
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Modern Law is looking for a skilled forensic accountant to join our growing team. In this role, you will trace, analyze, and document financial records in family law matters, including asset ...
Forensic Accountant - CPA Required Are you a CPA who is ready for new and stimulating work, paired with the work/life balance you've always wanted, but never had? This firm consists of over 180 ...
Forensic Accountant - CPA Required Are you a CPA who is ready for new and stimulating work, paired with the work/life balance you've always wanted, but never had? This firm consists of over 180 ...
Forensic Accountant Investigator
New York, NY · On-site
$108K - $122K/yr
Forensic Accountant Investigator Salary Range: $108,601- $122,456 The New York County District Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a Forensic Accountant Investigator in its Forensic ...
Forensic Accountant Investigator
New York, NY · On-site
$108K - $122K/yr
Forensic Accountant Investigator Salary Range: $108,601- $122,456 The New York County District Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a Forensic Accountant Investigator in its Forensic ...
Harper CPA, P.A., where we focus on forensic accounting. As a Senior Forensic Accountant, you'll be at the heart of our growing practice, tackling complex financial data and transforming it into ...
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Harper CPA, P.A., where we focus on forensic accounting. As a Senior Forensic Accountant, you'll be at the heart of our growing practice, tackling complex financial data and transforming it into ...
As a Forensic Accountant, you will work independently to investigate and analyze all components of the financial infrastructure, their methods of criminal money movements, and the professional money ...
As a Forensic Accountant, you will work independently to investigate and analyze all components of the financial infrastructure, their methods of criminal money movements, and the professional money ...
Forensic Accountant Investigator
$108K - $122K/yr
Forensic Accountant Investigator Salary Range: $108,601- $122,456 The New York County District Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a Forensic Accountant Investigator in its Forensic ...
Forensic Accountant Investigator
$108K - $122K/yr
Forensic Accountant Investigator Salary Range: $108,601- $122,456 The New York County District Attorney's Office has an immediate opening for a Forensic Accountant Investigator in its Forensic ...
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San Francisco, CA · On-site
$87K - $109K/yr
Senior Forensic Accountant Leading CPA and business consulting firm committed to providing outstanding professional services for our clients, rewarding careers for our staff, and diligent service to ...
Senior Forensic Accountant
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$87K - $109K/yr
Senior Forensic Accountant Leading CPA and business consulting firm committed to providing outstanding professional services for our clients, rewarding careers for our staff, and diligent service to ...
Senior Forensic Accountant
Parkland, FL · On-site
$67K - $84K/yr
Harper CPA, P.A., where we focus on forensic accounting. As a Senior Forensic Accountant, you'll be at the heart of our growing practice, tackling complex financial data and transforming it into ...
Senior Forensic Accountant
Parkland, FL · On-site
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As a Forensic Accountant, you will work independently to investigate and analyze all components of the financial infrastructure, their methods of criminal money movements, and the professional money ...
As a Forensic Accountant, you will work independently to investigate and analyze all components of the financial infrastructure, their methods of criminal money movements, and the professional money ...
Forensic Accountant - Healthcare We are seeking an experienced Forensic Accountant to join our Healthcare practice. In this role, you will investigate complex financial matters within healthcare ...
Forensic Accountant - Healthcare We are seeking an experienced Forensic Accountant to join our Healthcare practice. In this role, you will investigate complex financial matters within healthcare ...
Forensic Accountant - Healthcare
Nashville, TN · On-site
$50 - $75/hr
Forensic Accountant - Healthcare We are seeking an experienced Forensic Accountant to join our Healthcare practice. In this role, you will investigate complex financial matters within healthcare ...
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Nashville, TN · On-site
$50 - $75/hr
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Manhattan, NY · On-site
$100K - $125K/yr
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Manhattan, NY · On-site
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Little Rock, AR · Remote
$50 - $75/hr
Forensic Accountant - HealthcareWe are seeking an experienced Forensic Accountant to join our Healthcare practice. In this role, you will investigate complex financial matters within healthcare ...
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Little Rock, AR · Remote
$50 - $75/hr
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Jackson, MS · On-site
$50 - $75/hr
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Jackson, MS · On-site
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| Industry Usage | Legal, insurance, fraud detection | Public accounting firms, corporations |
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement
Posted 16 days ago
Guidehouse rating
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Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
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Job description
Job Family:
Forensic Accounting Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
This team member will support a U.S. Federal law enforcement agency by conducting analysis of financial and business records (bank statements, wire transactions, virtual currency activities), as well as delivering quantitative and qualitative analytical reports that illuminate the complex relationships between entities and individuals. This role requires experience conducting forensic and financial investigative accounting work, preferably in support of federal government case investigations. This team member will exhibit strong forensic accounting skills, supplement those skills with the ability to leverage open source and client criminal investigative datasets, and produce deliverables that may support evidentiary purposes.
What You Will Need:
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD PUBLIC TRUST. Candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
THREE (3) years conducting forensic/financial investigative accounting work.
Experience using financial and business tools and datasets.
Ability to work on client-site 5 days a week.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
THREE (3) or more years providing forensic and financial investigative accounting support to the Law Enforcement, Defense, or Intelligence Communities.
Certified Public Accountant licensure (CPA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification.
Experience conducting digital asset/cryptocurrency analysis.
Experience conducting open-source research and analysis, as well as using criminal investigative tools and client-owned datasets to support federal investigations and prosecutions.
Ability to work accurately with numerical detail to analyze, consolidate, and interpret financial data.
Ability to clearly and succinctly brief team members and officials on complex financial topics.
Demonstrated experience with effective communication skills, especially with senior level clients and an array of stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as a team member.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer-Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.
All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.
If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.
Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
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10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
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Year founded
2005