Senior Consultant – Investigations & Forensic, Legal, Risk & Compliance

Protiviti

. Lead defined workstreams within fraud, investigations, regulatory enforcement, e-discovery, and forensic matters from planning through delivery .

Posted 10/12/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $94,000 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in forensic accounting, data analytics, and e-discovery methods to support investigative casework. Proven ability to lead workstreams, coach junior team members, and communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.

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Forensic AccountingData AnalyticsE-Discovery MethodsProject PlanningRegulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Financial Transaction ReviewEvidence GatheringFact-FindingAnalytical SkillsInvestigative Approaches

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCoaching and MentoringCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Digital ToolsRelativity

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACFECFFACEDS

Industry Keywords

Fraud InvestigationsRegulatory EnforcementE-DiscoveryCompliance Risk AssessmentsCorporate Governance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead defined workstreams within fraud, investigations, regulatory enforcement, e-discovery, and forensic matters from planning through delivery
Coordinate timelines and deliverables
Conduct fact-finding, evidence gathering, interviews, and financial transaction review
Analyze financial, electronic, transactional, and other complex information
Communicate findings to client stakeholders, counsel, and internal leadership
Develop investigative approaches for matters involving corporate governance, financial records, cybersecurity concerns, or potential misconduct
Apply forensic accounting, data analytics, e-discovery methods, and digital tools to support case development
Review records, reports, communications, and documentation to trace funds, test patterns, and connect key findings
Support compliance risk assessments and reviews of regulatory requirements
Perform follow-the-money procedures and investigate discrepancies
Prepare chronologies, workpapers, reports, exhibits, and client-ready presentations
Coach Consultants and Interns, review work products, and build investigative and technical skills
Monitor scope, budget, progress, risks, deadlines, dependencies, and deliverable quality
Collaborate with internal and external counsel, forensic accountants, technology professionals, and other consultants
Work under Managers while taking increasing responsibility for investigative approaches, workstream execution, project monitoring, deliverable quality, and junior staff development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
Three to five years of relevant experience in forensic accounting, investigations, fraud review, regulatory matters, e-discovery, litigation support, compliance, or related professional services
Experience owning substantial portions of investigative or forensic workstreams with appropriate oversight
Experience with project planning, execution, deliverable tracking, and monitoring assigned budgets or workstream economics
Experience applying data analytics, evidence-gathering methods, and digital tools in investigative casework
Demonstrated ability to review junior team members’ work and provide practical coaching
Strong analytical skills and ability to distill complex information into clear, supportable findings
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presenting findings to clients or senior stakeholders
Preferred fields include Accounting, Analytics or Data Science, Business Administration or Management, Computer Science or Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Criminal Justice, or a related field
CPA, CFE, CFF, ACEDS, Relativity, or other relevant certification preferred but not required
Prior consulting, accounting, legal, regulatory, or professional-services experience preferred
Successful completion of a background check required
Protiviti is not registered to hire or employ personnel in West Virginia or Alaska

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan with 10% bonus target opportunity and/or discretionary stock compensation opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision coverages
FSA and HSA healthcare accounts
Life and accident insurance
Adoption and fertility assistance
Paid parental leave up to 10 weeks
Short-term and long-term disability
401(k) savings and investment plan with employer match of 50% on the first 6% of contributions
Choice Time Off (CTO) for vacation, personal needs, and sick time; new hires receive up to 20 days per calendar year
Up to 11 paid holidays each calendar year
Hybrid work model with remote and in-person work
Local or out-of-state travel based on projects and client requests