Senior Forensic Accountant

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex financial analysis related to the tracing of fraud proceeds, including money laundering and asset forfeiture investigations.
• Analyze bank records, financial transactions, and other financial documentation to identify patterns of illicit activity.
• Support large-scale forensic accounting assignments involving federal benefit programs and related fraud investigations.
• Trace funds through multi-layered financial transactions across large criminal or civil litigation matters.
• Apply advanced financial investigative techniques using commercial databases and other intelligence sources.
• Identify, extract, and interpret relevant financial data to support investigative and legal proceedings.
• Develop detailed financial reports, summaries, and exhibits to support findings and case development.
• Collaborate with federal law enforcement, legal teams, and internal stakeholders to support ongoing investigations.
• Provide expert-level financial insight in support of fraud detection, money laundering investigations, and asset recovery efforts.
• Contribute to case strategy discussions and investigative planning.
• Document and maintain accurate records of analysis, methodologies, and findings in accordance with investigative standards.
• Develop visual and written presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, and other analytical tools.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in forensic accounting and financial investigations.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting complex financial analysis involving fraud, money laundering, and asset tracing.
• Demonstrated experience analyzing bank records and tracing the flow of funds in complex financial investigations.
• Experience supporting federal benefit program investigations and large-scale forensic accounting assignments involving fraud and money laundering allegations.
• Working knowledge of financial investigative techniques, including the use of commercial databases and investigative tools.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong understanding of financial crimes, fraud schemes, and asset forfeiture processes.
• Certifications (Required or Preferred): Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification required.
• Additional specialized training in money laundering investigations or federal benefit program fraud is a plus.