Forensic Accountant – Fema

Forensic Accountant – Fema

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or economics from an accredited college or university required
• CPA or CFE license preferred
• Six (6) years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required
• Knowledge of FEMA claims, and forensic accounting calculations
• Ability to perform financial data analysis
• Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills; detail oriented
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to handle stress and meet tight deadlines while handling multiple priorities
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

Responsibilities

• Reviews and investigates financial evidence
• Prepares written analyses, memos and reports
• Analyzes losses and claim estimates
• Works with adjusters on status updates
• Prepares large property damage claims on behalf of public entity clients who are seeking disaster grants from FEMA
• Presents to clients for Forensic Accounting Services
• Prepares analytical data for litigation and serves as an expert witness in court cases
• Reviews claim evaluations and reports to ensure proper calculations have been completed before submission
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations
• Communicates to the insured’s or claimants when necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Supports the organization’s quality program(s)
• Travels as required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Tax /Audit within the Business/Finance Industry preferred