Forensic Accountant in Cedar Rapids, IA

Forensic Accountant Job Description

Forensic accountants should possess strong analytical and investigative skills to uncover essential facts and insights pertaining to alleged criminal activity. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field is typically required, and a professional designation such as the CPA or the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is often preferred. At least five to seven years of forensic accounting or auditing experience is also needed, along with a strong background in finance, accounting or economics. Litigation consulting and fraud investigation experience is a plus.

Typical forensic accountant duties:

Investigating instances of fraud, bribery, money laundering and embezzlement by analyzing financial records and transactions

Assisting clients and legal counsel in reconstructing accounting and business records

Reviewing pleadings, financial statements, SEC filings and other key documents relevant to an investigation

Preparing expert questions and reports for depositions based on findings

Providing expert testimony and preparing demonstrative trial exhibits

Supervising audit teams and leading key audit processes

Consulting with all levels of management on tools and techniques to strengthen risk management and internal controls

Interacting with internal corporate investigation departments and forensic information technology

Looking for a forensic accountant or a forensic accountant job in Cedar Rapids?

Search for Forensic Accountant jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA or request talent now and our expert recruiters will be with you shortly.

Robert Half can assist you with your forensic accountant recruitment needs in Cedar Rapids.

Forensic

Microsoft Excel

Spreadsheets

QuickBooks

Computer Programs

Perform Ad Hoc Financial

Investigation

Accounting Functions

Claim Administration

Forensic Accounting

Salary for Forensic Accountant in Cedar Rapids, IA

77423 - 111368

25th percentile

77423

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

96488

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

111368

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

Projected salaries for related positions

Position title

25th percentile

50th percentile

75th percentile

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Corporate Accounting

164145

246450

279698

Vice President of Finance

133688

189488

229245

Corporate Controller

103230

149033

195998

Divisional Controller

100208

143453

161820

Assistant Controller

75563

110670

128805

Director of Finance

113228

153450

166005

Director of Accounting

109740

149265

164145

Treasurer

122528

194835

224363

Assistant Treasurer

71378

96720

112530

Director of Financial Reporting

113925

143220

164610

Financial Project Manager

98580

125318

152055

Property Accountant

62078

71145

85560

Plant Controller

94860

109043

118575

Procurement Manager

73935

101370

113228

Procurement Specialist

41850

53475

65100

Newest Forensic Accountant jobs

Search Jobs

Sr. Accountant

Senior Accountant

Accountant - Accounts Payables

Sr. Accountant

Hiring? Start here.

Access millions of skilled contract and permanent candidates at every level from support roles to C-suite, and pinpoint the talent you need using our industry-leading matching technology.