Senior Associate, Forensic Data & Analytics - Risk Advisory

Ankura

Senior Associate in Forensic Data & Analytics at Ankura focusing on data profiling and insights within large datasets. Collaborating on high-profile investigations and regulatory compliance matters.

Posted 6/19/2026full-timeChicago • District of Columbia, Illinois, New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

BigQueryCloudPythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform hands-on data profiling, establish data flows, and identify patterns or anomalies within general ledgers and financial systems.
Use analytics tools and platforms (e.g., SQL, Python, Databricks, and others) to handle complex datasets and develop quantifiable findings for investigations and regulatory matters.
Support forensic accounting teams and outside counsel by preparing work product and technical findings.
Articulate technical findings clearly for both technical peers and non-technical client audiences.
Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to help develop new capabilities and support group growth.

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–3 years of relevant experience, ideally within a major consulting firm or specialized advisory environment.
2-3+ years of experience using SQL and Python, preferably with additional experience in Tableau, Power BI, R, and/or cloud-based analytics platforms (e.g., Databricks, BigQuery, etc.)
Deep technical proficiency in SQL and Python is required.
Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related technical field.
A proactive mentality with the ability to handle ambiguity and high-stakes, and time-sensitive situations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills are important.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Flexible work hours

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Hard Skills & Tools

data profilingdata flowsanomaly detectionSQLPythonTableauPower BIRDatabricksBigQuery

Soft Skills

proactive mentalityability to handle ambiguitytime managementstrong written communicationstrong verbal communication