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Senior Forensic Accountant

AccountantAccountantFull TimeRemoteSeniorTeam 51-200Since 2008H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

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United States

Posted

3 days ago

Salary

0

Seniority

Senior

Bachelor Degree5 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

Senior Forensic Accountant

Ardent

• 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. • Work closely 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. • Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented financial analysis reports suitable for legal and regulatory use. • 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.

Job 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.
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Flexible PTO
  • Federal holidays off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development support
  • Wellness stipends
  • Culture that values and rewards hard work, dedication, and adaptability

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