Are you an experienced forensic accounting professional looking to apply your expertise in a meaningful way? Guardian is seeking a Forensic Accountant to support the evaluation of complex disability claims through detailed financial and investigative analysis. In this role, you will leverage your accounting, tax, and analytical expertise to identify financial patterns, assess income credibility, and support accurate claim decisions. If you are driven by intellectual challenge, collaboration, and purpose-driven work, Guardian will provide the support and modern resources to help you grow your career while making an impact when our clients need it most — we are their Guardian.
An experienced forensic accounting professional with a strong investigative mindset and the ability to analyze complex financial information with precision and professional judgment. You are comfortable evaluating nuanced financial scenarios, identifying inconsistencies, and communicating findings clearly to both financial and non-financial partners. You thrive in an environment that requires critical thinking, accountability, and the ability to manage competing priorities while meeting established turn-around times.
Work closely with Claims Examiners and Management to support the financial and forensic analysis of disability claims.
Conduct detailed forensic reviews of business and personal tax returns, financial statements, and supporting documentation to assess income, earnings capacity, and financial credibility.
Analyze complex and non-routine financial scenarios, including self-employment income, partnerships, pass-through entities, and cash-flow driven businesses.
Identify financial inconsistencies, anomalies, or potential misrepresentation and clearly document findings to support claim determinations.
Perform forensic analyses of financial data sets and communicate findings effectively to varied audiences.
Prepare clear, well-supported written summaries and reports that contribute directly to claim decision-making.
Collaborate with internal partners to ensure timely escalation of complex or high-risk financial issues for discussion and next steps.
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of financial tools, analytical models, and reference resources.
Support training and knowledge-sharing initiatives for non-financial staff.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
Strong working knowledge of Federal tax laws and financial reporting concepts.
Demonstrated experience performing forensic accounting or investigative financial analysis.
Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and documentation quality.
Ability to clearly articulate complex financial findings in written and verbal formats.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and Word.
5+ years of relevant experience in forensic accounting, tax return analysis, financial investigations, or related work.
CPA and/or CFE certification, or eligible.
Experience supporting insurance, disability claims, litigation support, or regulatory-related financial reviews.
2 days in office and 3 work from home at a Guardian office location in Holmdel, NJ
Salary Range:
$82,770.00 - $135,975.00
The salary range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the primary location of the position. The salary for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate. In addition to salary, this role may also be eligible for annual, sales, or other incentive compensation.
Our Promise
At Guardian, you’ll have the support and flexibility to achieve your professional and personal goals. Through skill-building, leadership development and philanthropic opportunities, we provide opportunities to build communities and grow your career, surrounded by diverse colleagues with high ethical standards.
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As part of Guardian’s Purpose – to inspire well-being – we are committed to offering contemporary, supportive, flexible, and inclusive benefits and resources to our colleagues. Explore our company benefits at www.guardianlife.com/careers/corporate/benefitsBenefits apply to full-time eligible employees. Interns are not eligible for most Company benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Guardian is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.
Accommodations
Guardian is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Guardian also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified job applicants (and employees) to accommodate the individual's known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless doing so would create an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MyHR@glic.com. Please note: this resource is for accommodation requests only. For all other inquires related to your application and careers at Guardian, refer to the Guardian Careers site.
Visa Sponsorship
Guardian is not currently or in the foreseeable future sponsoring employment visas. In order to be a successful applicant. you must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without the need for employer sponsorship.
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Who we are
Guardian makes a difference in the lives of people when they need us most. With over 160 years of stability and fiscal integrity, we are a trusted resource to generations of families and business owners, inspiring well-being and helping build financial confidence.
Today, we stand behind 29 million consumers, helping them prepare and plan for a bright future for themselves and their families. We help business owners care for their employees. And we help people recover and thrive in times of unexpected loss.
As a modern mutual insurance company, we believe in driving value beyond dividends. We invest in our colleagues, are building an inclusive and innovative culture, and are helping to uplift communities through thoughtful corporate impact programs.
What we stand for
In 1860, a community of immigrants joined together to insure and protect their businesses and families. They were guided by powerful ideals that we’ve continued to stand behind and evolved throughout the years: we do the right thing, we believe people count, we courageously shape the future together, and we go above and beyond for the people we serve.
Guardian employees embrace and live by these values every day. They remind us to put people at the heart of all we do so that we can help protect what matters most to you. Want to help bring these values to life? Join us for a rewarding career and the opportunity to shape the future.
Disclosures:
Financial information concerning Guardian as of December 31, 2022, on a statutory basis: Admitted assets = $76.0 billion; liabilities = $67.2 billion (including $55.0 billion of reserves); and surplus = $8.8 billion. Dividends are not guaranteed. They are declared annually by Guardian’s Board of Directors.
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