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How much do forensic audit jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for forensic audit in the United States is $85,177.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a forensic audit?

A forensic audit is a specialized examination of a company's financial records and transactions to detect fraud, embezzlement, or other financial misconduct. Unlike a regular audit, which focuses on verifying the accuracy of financial statements, a forensic audit is conducted with the intention of gathering evidence that can be used in court or legal proceedings. Forensic auditors use investigative techniques to uncover hidden assets, identify irregularities, and support litigation or dispute resolution. These audits are often requested by organizations, law enforcement agencies, or courts when financial wrongdoing is suspected.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a forensic auditor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Forensic Auditor, you need strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of accounting principles, and typically a degree in accounting or finance, often complemented by certifications such as CPA or CFE. Expertise in data analysis software, forensic accounting tools, and audit management systems is crucial for identifying irregularities and compiling evidence. Attention to detail, critical thinking, and strong written and verbal communication skills help you present findings clearly and work effectively with legal and investigative teams. These competencies are essential for uncovering fraud, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting legal proceedings with credible evidence.

What are some common challenges faced by forensic auditors when investigating financial discrepancies?

Forensic auditors often encounter challenges such as incomplete or intentionally altered records, uncooperative stakeholders, and complex organizational structures that obscure financial trails. Navigating these obstacles requires strong analytical skills, persistence, and attention to detail. Additionally, forensic auditors frequently collaborate with legal teams and law enforcement, so clear communication and thorough documentation are crucial for presenting findings that may be used in legal proceedings.

What is the difference between Forensic Audit vs Internal Auditor?

AspectForensic AuditInternal Auditor
CertificationsCPA, CFE, CIACIA, CPA, CISA
Work EnvironmentInvestigations, legal settings, law enforcementCorporate offices, internal controls, risk management
Employer & IndustryLaw firms, government agencies, forensic firmsCorporations, government agencies, consulting firms

While both forensic auditors and internal auditors work within the financial and compliance fields, forensic auditors focus on investigating fraud and legal disputes, often working in investigative or legal environments. Internal auditors primarily assess internal controls and risk management within organizations. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and employer expectations.

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Infographic showing various Forensic Audit job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,177 per year, or $41 per hour.

Director - Forensic & Dispute Advisory Services

Cherry Bekaert LLP

On-site

$174 - $302/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Lead forensic accounting, economic damages, and litigation support engagements from strategy through delivery.

  • Guide the preparation and review of discovery requests, financial analyses, damages calculations, and engagement deliverables.

  • Manage multiple client relationships while communicating results, findings, and work product in a clear, practical, and timely manner.


Cherry Bekaert rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 23 rated bookkeepers and accountants


Job description

Ranked among the largest accounting and consulting firms in the country and consistently recognized as a Great Place to Work, Cherry Bekaert delivers innovative advisory, assurance and tax services to our clients. At Cherry Bekaert we create shared success through teamwork, energy, and expertise. We approach today’s toughest business challenges with a client-first mindset, working together to create exceptional value. We are all committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, our community, and our professions. To meet this commitment, Cherry Bekaert will provide you with the space to pursue growth and development opportunities that will guide and support you at each stage of your personal and professional journey. Cherry Bekaert’s Forensic & Dispute Advisory Services practice is seeking a Director to help lead complex forensic accounting, economic damages, and litigation support engagements while playing an active leadership role in growing the practice and scaling operations. This is a high-impact opportunity for a relationship-driven advisory leader to guide client engagements, mentor teams, expand client relationships, and help shape how the practice builds capacity for continued growth. In this role, you will work with clients and counsel across a wide range of industries, delivering clear financial analysis, damages assessments, dispute advisory work products in complex matters, and expert witness testimony as needed.

As a Director, you will:
  • Lead forensic accounting, economic damages, and litigation support engagements from strategy through delivery, helping clients and counsel understand complex financial issues
  • Guide the preparation and review of discovery requests, financial analyses, damages calculations, and engagement deliverables involving tax returns, financial statements, general ledgers, contracts, complaints/petitions, deposition transcripts, and related matter documents
  • Develop and review approaches to calculating or refuting damages in litigation matters, including the critique of opposing reports and related damages analyses
  • Manage multiple client relationships while communicating results, findings, and work product in a clear, practical, and timely manner
  • Participate at the leadership level in driving practice growth, expanding established and new client relationships, and helping scale the team’s operating model as demand grows
  • Mentor and develop professionals across the team by sharing knowledge, modeling analytical rigor, and supporting career growth through thoughtful delegation and review
  • Contribute to a culture grounded in mutual respect, collaboration, trust, accountability, and excellence while helping the team deliver strong client outcomes
  • Provide expert witness testimony
What you bring to the role:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or another relevant business discipline as well as advanced degree and/or professional certification such as CPA, CFF or CFE
  • Minimum 10+ years of related forensic/audit experience to include prior expert witness testimony within a national/regional public accounting or professional services firm
  • Advanced forensic accounting, economic damages, litigation support, audit, public accounting, or corporate accounting experience, including the ability to manage complex client assignments in deadline-driven environments
  • Proven ability to manage client relationships, lead teams, delegate work, review deliverables, and support multiple engagements with strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Demonstrated business development success, including experience expanding established client relationships and developing new opportunities
  • Strong command of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, along with exceptional written and verbal communication skills; previous experience employing AI/BI systems strongly preferred
  • Ability to adapt to rapidly changing environments, work independently or within a group, and travel as needed, expected to be less than 25%
What you can expect from us:
  • Our shared values that foster inclusion and belonging including uncompromising integrity, collaboration, trust, and mutual respect
  • The opportunity to innovate and do work that motivates and engages you
  • A collaborative environment focused on enabling you to further your career growth and continuous professional development
  • Competitive compensation and a total rewards package that focuses on all aspects of your wellbeing
  • Flexibility to do impactful work and the time to enjoy your life outside of work
  • Opportunities to connect and learn from professionals from different backgrounds and with different cultures
Benefits Information:
  • annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care
  • disability and life insurance
  • generous Paid Time Off
  • retirement plans
  • Paid Care Leave
  • other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection

Cherry Bekaert cares about our people. We offer competitive compensation packages based on performance that recognize the value our people bring to our clients and our Firm. The salary range for this position is included below. Individual salaries within this range are determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education, knowledge, skills, and geographic location.

In addition, we offer a comprehensive, high-quality benefits program which includes annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision care; disability and life insurance; generous Paid Time Off; retirement plans; Paid Care Leave; and other programs that are dedicated to enhancing your personal and work life and providing you and your family with a measure of financial protection.

Pay Range: $174,200 - $302,400

About Cherry Bekaert Cherry Bekaert, ranked among the largest assurance, tax and advisory firms in the U.S., serves clients across industries in all 50 U.S. states and internationally. For more details, visit https://www.cbh.com/disclosure/

Cherry Bekaert provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, citizenship status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. https://careers.cbh.com/legal-disclosures/ contains further information regarding the firm's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least five calendar days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Candidates must demonstrate eligibility to work in the United States. Cherry Bekaert will not provide work sponsorship for this position.

Cherry Bekaert LLP and Cherry Bekaert Advisory LLC are members of Allinial Global, an accountancy and business advisory global association. Visit us at https://careers.cbh.com/ and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

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At Cherry Bekaert, your career is about you. With growing industry expertise, a strong support system, and our team’s shared values, we encourage you to choose your path. Join the Firm that acknowledges and recognizes the power of the individual.

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