Washington, DC, USA
18 days ago
Forensic Accountant

Job Family:

Forensic Accounting Consulting


Travel Required:

Up to 10%


Clearance Required:

Active Top Secret SCI (TS/SCI)

What You Will Do:
This team member is supporting a U.S. Federal law enforcement agency by conducting English and Chinese language open-source intelligence, by analyzing financial records (e.g. bank statements, wire transactions, virtual currency activity, etc.), and by delivering quantitative and qualitative analytical reports that show the complex relationships between entities/individuals. This role requires proficiency in Mandarin and will support all phases of analytic work product development, from the identification of key information gaps, through data collection and analysis, to delivery of actionable intelligence in support law enforcement efforts. This team member will exhibit strong forensic accounting skills and produce deliverables that may support evidentiary purposes.

What You Will Need:

An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED "TOP SECRET/SCI (TS/SCI)" Federal or DoD security clearance.
o    Once onboard with Guidehouse, new hire MUST be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN TS/SCI Federal or DoD security clearance with a (COUNTERINTELLIGENCE (CI)) polygraph.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Finance, or other field for forensic accountants

Certified Public Accountant licensure (CPA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification

THREE (3) or more years conducting forensic accounting

THREE (3) or more years of experience using commercial financial and business tools and datasets

THREE (3) or more years working with Law Enforcement, Defense, and/or the Intelligence Community

Fluent in Mandarin Chinese

Experience conducting cryptocurrency analysis.

Ability to work on client-site in Washington, DC area


What Would Be Nice To Have:

Ability to work accurately with numerical detail; to analyze, consolidate, and interpret financial data; and to produce substantive analytic reports

Ability to clearly and succinctly brief team members and officials on complex financial topics

Eight or more (8+) years working with Law Enforcement, Defense, and/or the Intelligence Community

Familiarity with the intelligence lifecycle

CAMS certification

Chainalysis or other cryptocurrency analysis certification

Experience managing financial investigations

Demonstrated experience with effective communication skills, especially with senior level clients and an array of stakeholders

Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as a team member

The annual salary range for this position is $98,000.00-$163,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Basic Life & Supplemental Life

Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Student Loan PayDown

Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

Skills Development & Certifications

Employee Referral Program

Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.

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