FEMA Disaster Management Accountant

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FEMA Disaster Management Accountant

CDM Smith is seeking a Forensic Accounting Specialist with expertise in disaster fraud claims. This role is critical in evaluating and analyzing financial data related to disaster-related claims, including property damage, business interruption, and other loss categories. The specialist will conduct thorough forensic investigations to identify discrepancies, detect potential fraud, and ensure the integrity and fairness of claim settlements. By applying advanced accounting, auditing, and investigative techniques, this individual will play a key role in supporting accurate and just outcomes for all stakeholders.

Successful final candidate could also be asked to work in Las Vegas, NM or Mora, NM.

• Claim Assessment and Quantification:
  Analyze financial records and supporting documentation to determine the validity and value of disaster-related claims. This may involve reviewing income statements, balance sheets, production reports, payroll records, and supplier contracts to calculate losses accurately.
• Business Interruption Analysis:
  Assess the extent of business interruption and estimate lost profits, continuing expenses, and extra costs incurred during the recovery period.
• Investigating Fraudulent Claims:
  Detect red flags, investigate suspicious transactions, and differentiate legitimate losses from inflated or fabricated claims.
• Documentation and Evidence Gathering:
  Collect and organize all necessary documentation to support claim amounts. This includes gathering invoices, receipts, contracts, photographs, and statements.
• Damage Estimation:
  Using financial modeling and industry benchmarks, estimate the total financial impact of the disaster on the applicant’s assets, inventory, and operations.
• Expert Testimony and Litigation Support:
  In cases of disputes or litigation, Specialist may be required to present their findings in court, provide expert testimony, and assist attorneys in building their cases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• 15 years of in-field experience or 10 years of in-field experience with a bachelor’s degree.
• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Domestic travel is required.

• Certification such as CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), or CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics).

• Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a FEMA Badge, which includes a background investigation for a Public Trust position.
• Demonstrates good organizational skills to balance and prioritize work.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and process a large volume of requests.
• Ability to adapt to change quickly and remain flexible.

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

United States - Nationwide

Minimum: $59.85;
Maximum: $126.00

Successful candidate will be required to work in office and field locations as needed.