forensic accountant

British  

noun

1. an accountant who specializes in applying accountancy skills to the purposes of the law

---

Example Sentences

The material document has shocked experts on the scandal such as Second Sight forensic accountant Ron Warmington, who described the document's implications as "dynamite".

From BBC

“A forensic accountant is invaluable in helping with this process by utilizing various accounting and investigative techniques.”

From MarketWatch

“If you’re sure your relative had more assets than you’re able to find, consider hiring a forensic accountant,” according to CJB, a Chicago-based accounting and consulting firm.

From MarketWatch

“These professionals have the tools and expertise to find offshore accounts, shell companies and other types of financial accounting practices. For example, a forensic accountant may request an IRS transcript that reports past 1099-DIV and 1099-INT distributions. Note that banks are required to issue such forms for account activity involving $10 or more.”

From MarketWatch

“We went through phases where we felt like we hit a wall,” says Marissa Pianko, a former forensic accountant.

From Los Angeles Times