Senior Forensic Accountant

About the role

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Forensic Accountant based in the United States. This is a highly analytical and mission-driven role focused on supporting complex financial investigations tied to fraud detection, money laundering, and asset tracing within large-scale federal cases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct end-to-end forensic financial investigations, including tracing fraud proceeds, identifying money laundering patterns, and supporting asset forfeiture cases.
• Analyze large and complex datasets, including bank records and transaction flows, to detect irregularities and reconstruct financial activity.
• Support investigations involving federal benefit programs and other large-scale fraud-related financial cases.
• Apply advanced financial investigative techniques and leverage commercial databases and intelligence tools to extract actionable insights.
• Prepare detailed reports, summaries, exhibits, and visual presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, and other analytical tools for legal and regulatory use.
• Collaborate closely with federal agencies, legal teams, and internal stakeholders to support case strategy, evidence development, and investigative planning.
• Maintain thorough documentation of methodologies, findings, and analytical processes in accordance with investigative and compliance standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in forensic accounting, financial investigations, fraud analysis, or related investigative finance roles.
• Strong expertise in analyzing bank records and tracing complex financial transactions across multi-layered structures.
• Proven experience supporting investigations involving fraud, money laundering, asset recovery, or federal benefit program abuse.
• Solid understanding of financial crime typologies, investigative methodologies, and asset forfeiture processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, for advanced analysis and reporting.
• Hands-on experience with financial investigative tools and commercial databases used in forensic analysis.
• Professional certification such as CPA, CFE, or CAMS strongly preferred or required.
• Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work with large, complex datasets.
• Must be eligible to undergo a U.S. government background investigation.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and federal contract market standards.
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and wellness coverage.
• Flexible remote work arrangement supporting work-life balance.
• Generous paid time off including federal holidays and additional leave benefits.
• Professional development support including training, certifications, and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Wellness stipends and employee support programs.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact national security and federal investigative missions.
• Inclusive and mission-driven culture focused on purpose, service, and long-term career growth.

How Jobgether Works

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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