Supervisor, Forensic Investigations and Compliance – Life Sciences and Healthcare

RSM US LLP

. Lead and support forensic, compliance, risk advisory, and internal controls engagements for clients in highly regulated industries .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeBoston • Illinois • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $85,100 - $161,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in forensic accounting, compliance, and risk advisory within highly regulated industries, with a strong focus on internal controls and process improvement. Capable of leading teams, managing client relationships, and delivering high-quality analytical insights and recommendations.

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Forensic AccountingInternal Controls EvaluationCompliance TestingProject ManagementData Analysis

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Hard Skills

Forensic AccountingInternal ControlsRisk ConsultingBusiness Process ImprovementCompliance AssessmentsControl TestingData AnalysisTesting ProceduresRisk DocumentationProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingCommunicationAnalytical SkillsCritical ThinkingTeam Leadership

Industry Keywords

Highly Regulated IndustriesLife SciencesPharmaceuticalBiotechnologyHealthcare

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support forensic, compliance, risk advisory, and internal controls engagements for clients in highly regulated industries
Analyze complex financial, operational, and transactional data to identify risks, trends, and potential compliance concerns
Assess the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls and evaluate compliance with regulatory and company requirements
Perform business process reviews and identify control gaps, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement
Conduct compliance testing, anti-corruption reviews, third-party risk assessments, and regulatory risk assessments
Develop practical recommendations to help clients strengthen controls and mitigate risk
Prepare client-ready reports, presentations, and other engagement deliverables
Serve as a key point of contact for clients and engagement teams throughout project execution
Supervise, coach, and mentor junior team members while reviewing workpapers and deliverables
Coordinate engagement activities, manage multiple workstreams, and support client relationship development efforts
Partner with legal counsel, compliance professionals, internal audit teams, and executive stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
Minimum 4+ years of relevant experience in forensic accounting, investigations, compliance, internal audit, risk consulting, internal controls, business process improvement, or a related field
Ability to lead workstreams, supervise and mentor junior staff, manage client relationships, and coordinate engagement activities
Experience evaluating internal controls, developing testing procedures, assessing control effectiveness, identifying process improvement opportunities, and preparing risk and control documentation
Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills
Experience leading or overseeing business process reviews, compliance assessments, and control testing activities
Experience supporting organizations within the life sciences, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, or other highly regulated industries
Strong analytical, investigative, and critical-thinking capabilities
Advanced data analysis and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate complex findings clearly and effectively to a variety of stakeholders
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits and compensation package
Flexibility in your schedule
Discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance
Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities