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Forensic Investigations Accountant

Deloitte
Deloitte Salary
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/17/2026
Our Deloitte Regulatory, Risk & Forensic team helps client leaders translate multifaceted risk and an evolving regulatory environment into defensible actions that strengthen, protect, and transform their organization. Join our team and use advanced data, AI, and emerging technologies with industry insights to help clients bring clarity from complexity and accelerate their path to value creation.

Work You'll Do

As a Project - Consultant, Forensics and Investigations, on the project, you will:

  • Work independently to solve complex problems and evaluate controls associated with complex business relationships.
  • In support of Federal investigations and prosecutions, the Forensic Accountant will perform complex analysis of financial and business records to support Federal investigations and prosecutions by using criminal investigative tools and other client-owned databases.
  • Utilize in-depth knowledge of procedures and techniques as generally prescribed under American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) disciplines, and current and anticipated banking anti-money laundering regulations and practices.
  • Apply knowledge to the enforcement of Title 18, Title 31 and other applicable statutes of the Federal Criminal Code, and the seizure and forfeiture of illegally derived property; and may be responsible for serving as a Factual Witness.

The successful candidate would possess these skills

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The Team

Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

Our Forensic, Discovery, & Financial Crime offering provides services to support anti-money laundering, discovery, business disputes and investigations. Protect brands from financial crime and other corporate misconduct, as well as enable government organizations with tradecraft & technology to combat emerging and evolving threats.

The Project Talent Model is designed for professionals with specialized skills that align to a current client need. Team members focus on delivering services to clients, without additional expectations related to business development or promotion. Their employment is tied to their role on a project, and they are eligible for a benefits package that is competitive for project-focused professionals.

Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the required clearance for this role
  • 4 years of experience working in an accounting, audit, or related financial services role
  • Demonstrated knowledge of the procedures and techniques generally prescribed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
  • Experience with current and anticipated banking anti-money laundering regulations and practices or fraud detection
  • Ability to perform job responsibilities within a work model that requires professionals to co-locate in person 5 days per week in Washington, DC.
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Preferred:

  • CPA strongly preferred
  • Forensic, Investigative, and/or Discovery industry related experience
  • Knowledge of current and anticipated banking anti-money laundering regulations and practices
  • Experience working independently with minimal supervision and guidance.
  • Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with experience exercising mature judgment.
  • Proven experience effectively prioritizing workload to meet deadlines and work objectives.
  • Demonstrated ability to write clearly, succinctly, and in a manner that appeals to a wide audience.
  • Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation creation tools, as well as Internet research tools.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Washington, DC, Deloitte is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to Washington, DC and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.A reasonable estimate of the current range is$76,600 to $127,600.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Salary : $76,600 - $127,600

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