Salary guide
Forensic Accountant
- Average salary
- £35,000 – £70,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
FinanceForensics
- Forensic accountants help solve financial crimes
Other names this job is known by
- Fraud Investigator
- Forensic Auditor
Key responsibilities
- Investigate financial fraud and misconduct
- Analyse financial records and transactions
- Prepare forensic reports for legal proceedings
- Liaise with law enforcement and lawyers
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in accounting or finance
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification
- Experience in audit or forensics
- Analytical and IT skills
- Integrity and report writing
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Accountant
- Forensics Lead
- Partner
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study accounting or finance
- Obtain professional qualifications
- Gain experience in audit or forensics
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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