Forensic Accountants and Auditors

Completion of at least one internship in college is highly recommended to prepare for entry-level accounting and auditing positions. Most people spend several years working as general accountants and auditors before obtaining enough experience to specialize in forensic accounting and auditing.

Forensic accountants are the sleuths of the financial world. Consequently, they must be curious and dogged in their pursuit of answers. They must have exceptional attention to detail and be capable of intense concentration. Like every professional involved within the judicial system, forensic accountants and auditors are frequently subject to abrupt schedule changes, so they also should be able to work under stressful conditions and meet exceptionally tight deadlines. They also must have excellent communication skills and be poised and confident.