Senior Forensic Finance Strategist

Jobtailor; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a senior forensic financial analyst to conduct investigations into money laundering, fraud, and illicit financing within government and defense contexts. You will leverage Bloomberg, FactSet, and ERP systems to uncover patterns, produce actionable insights, and support strategic mission planning.

Requirements include 9+ years in forensic financial analysis (or 7+ with a Master’s), TS clearance with SCI eligibility, and advanced data analytics skills using Excel, Tableau, and

Qualifications

• 9+ years in forensic financial analysis, AML, or fraud investigations
• Experience in government or intelligence settings
• Current TS clearance with SCI eligibility with Counterintelligence polygraph required
• Proficiency with financial systems such as Bloomberg and FactSet
• Advanced Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or comparable data analytics tools
• Preferred: Master’s in finance, forensic accounting, or related field
• Preferred: CPA or CFE certification
• Preferred: 15+ years in forensic accounting, AML, or fraud detection within government, defense, or intelligence environments
• Preferred: Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and forensic analytics
• Preferred: Experience integrating multi-source data for regulatory reporting and investigative modeling
• Preferred: Experience leading interdisciplinary teams and communicating complex findings to senior leadership in joint or DoD environments

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth investigations into anomalous financial transactions to detect money laundering, fraud, and illicit financing
• Use forensic accounting techniques to uncover hidden patterns and suspicious activities
• Work with government, defense, and inter‑agency partners to integrate financial forensics into strategic mission planning
• Provide analyses that inform critical decisions and shape policies addressing emerging financial threats
• Analyze departmental and business‑unit performance to identify financial risks and opportunities
• Develop actionable risk-mitigation and improvement recommendations
• Support financial planning, budget reviews, capital planning, and long‑term financial strategies through a threat‑finance lens
• Evaluate potential acquisitions and partnerships for financial integrity
• Build databases and generate dynamic visual reports using advanced analytics tools
• Present insights highlighting vulnerabilities and tracking strategic initiatives preventing financial crimes
• Assist with business cases and perform due diligence for deals and partnerships
• Ensure analyses comply with relevant financial policies and laws
• Communicate proactively with business and financial leadership
• Monitor operational statistics, trends, and emerging risks and alert stakeholders when immediate action is needed

Skills

Forensic Financial Analysis

AML

Financial Forensics

Advanced Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Education

Bachelor’s in forensic accounting, finance, or related field

Master’s in finance/forensic accounting or related field

PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field

Tools

Bloomberg

FactSet

Tableau

Power BI

ERP Systems

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a senior forensic financial analyst to conduct investigations into money laundering, fraud, and illicit financing within government and defense contexts. You will leverage Bloomberg, FactSet, and ERP systems to uncover patterns, produce actionable insights, and support strategic mission planning.

Requirements include 9+ years in forensic financial analysis (or 7+ with a Master’s), TS clearance with SCI eligibility, and advanced data analytics skills using Excel, Tableau, and