Forensic Accountant

Ardent Eagle Solutions

11d

About The Position

To support the Enforcement & Compliance (E&C) team in managing a record-high volume of AD/CVD cases, easing workload demands and creating a potential pipeline for future full-time analysts. Position Overview: The Finance/Accounting Specialist III will serve as a senior-level subject matter expert supporting complex antidumping and countervailing duty (AD/CVD) investigations for the Department of Commerce. This position plays a critical role in analyzing cost submissions, identifying and resolving accounting issues, and contributing to key memoranda and determinations. Working under general supervision, the Specialist will apply deep expertise in accounting principles and cost analysis to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data used in trade enforcement decisions. This role offers a unique opportunity to support fair trade practices while gaining insight into the federal regulatory process. Background The Enforcement and Compliance (E&C) unit within the International Trade Administration (ITA) at the Department of Commerce plays a critical role in promoting fair trade and supporting U.S. commercial competitiveness. E&C enforces U.S. Trade Remedy Laws to counteract the harmful effects of unfair foreign trade practices. Through antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) cases, E&C helps ensure U.S. firms and workers can compete on a level playing field both domestically and globally.

Requirements

A minimum of 8 years of experience in accounting, cost analysis, or a related financial field.
Demonstrated expertise in accounting principles, financial analysis, and cost examination techniques.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
Experience preparing financial or policy memoranda, reports, or other formal documents.
Ability to work independently under general supervision and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
Public Trust

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with trade remedy law or international trade regulations (preferred, but not required).
CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
CMA (Certified Management Accountant)
CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)

Responsibilities

Analyze cost submissions and accounting filings for assigned antidumping (AD) duty cases.
Identify and propose solutions to complex accounting and cost issues impacting trade remedy cases.
Prepare well-documented, accurate cost calculation adjustments for both preliminary and final case determinations.
Draft and contribute to the Office of Accounting (OA) sections of memoranda, briefing papers, and Issue and Decision Memoranda, including content for court filings.
Develop long-range plans and objectives to support the preparation of accounting schedules, exhibits, and financial summaries.
Review accounting documents to verify accuracy of calculations and ensure consistent application of relevant policies, procedures, and standards.
Collaborate with team members across the Enforcement & Compliance unit to support timely and accurate case outcomes.
Maintain detailed documentation and audit trails to support case analysis and ensure transparency.