Forensic Data Analytics Associate

BDO USA, LLP; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO USA, LLP is seeking an Associate in its Forensic Technology practice in McLean, VA. The role focuses on data analytics, consulting on active cases, and supporting engagements across fraud, AML, and compliance, with coaching from senior team members.

The position emphasizes ETL, data extraction/cleaning, and visualization using SQL, Python/R, and BI tools, with opportunities for internal initiatives and travel. A Bachelor's degree is required and leadership experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, required; focus in Accounting, Analytics, Computer Science, Statistics, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or Information Systems, preferred
• Leadership experience, preferred
• Understanding of relational databases, preferably SQL Server
• Experience with querying structured and unstructured data, cleaning and profiling datasets, building repeatable analytics, and visualizing results, preferred
• Experience with data visualization software (e.g. Tableau, PowerBI), preferred
• Familiarity with agentic AI tools and AI-driven workflow automation, preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides data analytics services to various clients, including outside counsel and regulators
• Contributes to forensic engagements related to fraud, AML, disputes, and compliance
• Develops relationships with stakeholders and communicates effectively
• Supports ETL by forensically extracting, cleaning, transforming, and analyzing data
• Produces high-quality client deliverables and insights
• Audits own and team work for quality and accuracy
• Works on international projects with potential travel

Skills

Data analytics

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Autonomy

Notetaking and documentation

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL Server

Python

R

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

BDO USA, LLP is seeking an Associate in its Forensic Technology practice in McLean, VA. The role focuses on data analytics, consulting on active cases, and supporting engagements across fraud, AML, and compliance, with coaching from senior team members.

The position emphasizes ETL, data extraction/cleaning, and visualization using SQL, Python/R, and BI tools, with opportunities for internal initiatives and travel. A Bachelor's degree is required and leadership experience is preferred.