Forensic Accountant
Apply Job ID 31641 Date posted 08/22/2025Job Family:
Forensic Accounting Consulting
Travel Required:
Clearance Required:
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
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
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