Deloitte

Forensic Investigations Accountant

Deloitte$73K — $121K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain required clearance
  • 4+ years of accounting or audit experience
  • Knowledge of AICPA procedures and techniques
  • Experience with banking anti-money laundering regulations
  • Ability to work on-site 5 days a week
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Solve complex problems and evaluate controls in business relationships
  • Perform detailed analysis of financial/business records for federal investigations
  • Utilize AICPA knowledge for compliance with regulations
  • Apply enforcement knowledge for legal investigations
  • May serve as a factual witness in legal contexts

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package for project-focused professionals
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities to work on impactful government projects
  • Access to professional development resources
  • Participation in a discretionary annual incentive program
Full Job Description
Work You'll Do

As a Project - Consultant, Forensics and Investigations, on the project, you will:
  • Work independently to solve complex problems and evaluate controls associated with complex business relationships.
  • In support of Federal investigations and prosecutions, the Forensic Accountant will perform complex analysis of financial and business records to support Federal investigations and prosecutions by using criminal investigative tools and other client-owned databases.
  • Utilize in-depth knowledge of procedures and techniques as generally prescribed under American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) disciplines, and current and anticipated banking anti-money laundering regulations and practices.
  • Apply knowledge to the enforcement of Title 18, Title 31 and other applicable statutes of the Federal Criminal Code, and the seizure and forfeiture of illegally derived property; and may be responsible for serving as a Factual Witness.
The successful candidate would possess these skills
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to provide clear guidance to others
The Team

Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

Our Forensic, Discovery, & Financial Crime offering provides services to support anti-money laundering, discovery, business disputes and investigations. Protect brands from financial crime and other corporate misconduct, as well as enable government organizations with tradecraft & technology to combat emerging and evolving threats.

The Project Talent Model is designed for professionals with specialized skills that align to a current client need. Team members focus on delivering services to clients, without additional expectations related to business development or promotion. Their employment is tied to their role on a project, and they are eligible for a benefits package that is competitive for project-focused professionals.

Qualifications

Required:
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the required clearance for this role
  • 4+ years of experience working in an accounting or audit role
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the procedures and techniques generally prescribed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
  • Experience with current and anticipated banking anti-money laundering regulations and practices or fraud detection
  • Ability to perform job responsibilities within a work model that requires professionals to co-locate in person 5 days per week.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
Preferred:
  • CPA strongly preferred
  • Forensic, Investigative, and/or Discovery industry related experience
  • Knowledge of current and anticipated banking anti-money laundering regulations and practices
  • Experience working independently with minimal supervision and guidance.
  • Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with experience exercising mature judgment.
  • Proven experience effectively prioritizing workload to meet deadlines and work objectives.
  • Demonstrated ability to write clearly, succinctly, and in a manner that appeals to a wide audience.
  • Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation creation tools, as well as Internet research tools.
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $73,100 to $121,800.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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About Deloitte

Deloitte is a multinational professional services network that provides audit, tax, consulting, enterprise risk and financial advisory services. The company was founded in London in 1845 and has since grown to become one of the largest professional services firms in the world. Deloitte has over 330,000 employees in more than 150 countries and territories. The company's mission is to help clients achieve their goals and make an impact that matters in their businesses and communities.
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