Forensic Accountant Journeyman
Apply Job ID 42555 Date posted 07/31/2026Job Family:
Forensic Accounting Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
What You Will Do:
This team member will support a U.S. Federal law enforcement agency by conducting analysis of financial and business records (bank statements, wire transactions, virtual currency activities), as well as delivering quantitative and qualitative analytical reports that illuminate the complex relationships between entities and individuals. This role requires experience conducting forensic and financial investigative accounting work, preferably in support of federal government case investigations. This team member will exhibit strong forensic accounting skills, supplement those skills with the ability to leverage open source and client criminal investigative datasets, and produce deliverables that may support evidentiary purposes.
What You Will Need:
Must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD PUBLIC TRUST. Candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their PUBLIC TRUST prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an ACTIVE PUBLIC TRUST or SUITABILITY are preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Forensic Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
THREE (3) years conducting forensic/financial investigative accounting work.
Experience using financial and business tools and datasets.
Ability to work on client-site 5 days a week.
What Would Be Nice To Have:
THREE (3) or more years providing forensic and financial investigative accounting support to the Law Enforcement, Defense, or Intelligence Communities.
Certified Public Accountant licensure (CPA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification.
Experience conducting digital asset/cryptocurrency analysis.
Experience conducting open-source research and analysis, as well as using criminal investigative tools and client-owned datasets to support federal investigations and prosecutions.
Ability to work accurately with numerical detail to analyze, consolidate, and interpret financial data.
Ability to clearly and succinctly brief team members and officials on complex financial topics.
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.
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.
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