Cyber Training for Forensic Accountants
Forensic accountants investigate financial crimes such as embezzlement, money laundering and fraud. They assist lawyers and police officers with white-collar crimes and serve as expert witnesses at criminal trials. Cyber training of forensic accountants concentrates on criminal activity using information technology, the Internet and other electronic media.
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Training Requirements
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Cyber training includes the use of software for data mining and analysis, file recovery, digital tools and telecommunications. Forensic accountants with cyber training specialize in electronic crimes like bank fraud, identity theft, counterfeiting and tax evasion. Typically, forensic accountants have a bachelor's degree in accounting, are Certified Public Accountants and have a certificate in cyber training, information technology or computer science.
Salary Range
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Forensic accountants earn from $40,000 to more than $100,000 annually, with those specializing in cyber crimes earning the most. Private-sector accountants with cyber training typically earn higher salaries than those working within the public sector at the local or state level.
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Employment Opportunities
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment opportunities for accountants will increase by 22 percent over the next eight years. Due to the increased use of technology for corporate, public and personal business, forensic accountants with cyber training will be in high demand.
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