Senior Associate, Financial Investigations and Dispute Services

RSM US LLP

Senior Associate role in Financial Investigations & Dispute Services delivering analytical and investigative services. Collaborating with law firms and corporations to address fraud and misconduct.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timeWashington • Massachusetts, New York, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $69,800 - $132,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigating fraud and misconduct, bribery and corruption, and other investigative matters
Supporting counsel in litigation and expert witness engagements potentially including damages calculations, document requests, witness questions, and market research
Completing complex tasks independently and reviewing associate work for accuracy
Maintaining effective client communications and organized personal and engagement files
Contributing to proposals and assisting with business development activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum B.S. / B.A. degree or equivalent in Accounting or Finance from an accredited university
Strong organizational and time management skills
Interest in learning how to apply accounting experience investigative and forensic work
Natural aptitude for solving problems and experience in gathering facts, organize data, analyze financial statements and other financial data
Flexibility to travel to clients and other RSM offices
Strong verbal and writing communication skills
Interest and ability to learn advanced analytics techniques and programs
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint as well as knowledge of other common accounting tools such as Alteryx, PowerBI
2+ years of experience providing litigation support, investigation, and forensic accounting services or analogous services is preferred
CPA, CFE, or CFF certifications are preferred
Proficiency in advanced analytics techniques and programs is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands
Competitive benefits and compensation package

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Hard Skills & Tools

forensic accountinglitigation supportfinancial analysisdata analysisdamages calculationsfact gatheringfinancial statement analysisadvanced analytics techniques

Soft Skills

organizational skillstime managementproblem solvingverbal communicationwriting communication

Certifications

CPACFECFF