[Remote] Senior Forensic Accountant
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ardent is a company dedicated to supporting the federal government’s national security and defense priorities. They are seeking a Senior Forensic Accountant to conduct complex financial investigations and fraud analysis, particularly focusing on tracing illicit financial activity and collaborating with federal law enforcement teams.
Responsibilities
- Conduct complex financial analysis related to the tracing of fraud proceeds, including money laundering and asset forfeiture investigations
- Analyze bank records, financial transactions, and other financial documentation to identify patterns of illicit activity
- Support large-scale forensic accounting assignments involving federal benefit programs and related fraud investigations
- Trace funds through multi-layered financial transactions across large criminal or civil litigation matters
- Apply advanced financial investigative techniques using commercial databases and other intelligence sources
- Identify, extract, and interpret relevant financial data to support investigative and legal proceedings
- Develop detailed financial reports, summaries, and exhibits to support findings and case development
- Work closely with federal law enforcement, legal teams, and internal stakeholders to support ongoing investigations
- Provide expert-level financial insight in support of fraud detection, money laundering investigations, and asset recovery efforts
- Contribute to case strategy discussions and investigative planning
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-documented financial analysis reports suitable for legal and regulatory use
- Maintain accurate records of analysis, methodologies, and findings in accordance with investigative standards
- Develop visual and written presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, and other analytical tools
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in forensic accounting and financial investigations
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting complex financial analysis involving fraud, money laundering, and asset tracing
- Demonstrated experience analyzing bank records and tracing the flow of funds in complex financial investigations
- Experience supporting federal benefit program investigations and large-scale forensic accounting assignments involving fraud and money laundering allegations
- Working knowledge of financial investigative techniques, including the use of commercial databases and investigative tools
- Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong understanding of financial crimes, fraud schemes, and asset forfeiture processes
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) certification required
- Additional specialized training in money laundering investigations or federal benefit program fraud is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive health coverage
- Flexible PTO
- Federal holidays off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development support
- Wellness stipends
- A culture that values and rewards hard work, dedication, and adaptability
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