Forensic Accountant

Guidehouse

Last Updated: 10/7/2025 9:09:16 AM

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Current Days Open
46
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$98,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$163,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
27
First Seen
8/23/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$98,000.00 (Yearly)
10/14/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$163,000.00 (Yearly)
10/14/2025

Full Job Description

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. Bachelors 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 EmployerProtected 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. If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation. All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com. Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse. Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process. If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouses Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicants dealings with unauthorized third parties. Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee. Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com

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