Anybody move from forensics tech to forensics accounting? I don't have an accounting background but looking to get a masters in the field.

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You don’t need an accounting background or a CPA to be in forensics. I don’t. Plus I don’t get scooped up for any of the long term boring “CPA needed/accounting knowledge needed” jobs. Win win!

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Interesting. Why? We don't really investigate. We're more tech support for other groups, including forensic accounting.

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Most ppl are doing the opposite

More job openings in eDiscovery and Business Intelligence that classic Forensic investigation jobs CPAs would do

Which firm do you work for?

@GT1 Are you guys hiring SA1’s? I’ve only seen campus jobs over the years.

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