LJ Consultants

LJ Consultants is a dynamic woman-owned professional services firm established in 2007, specializing in a wide range of services including accounting, human services, strategic planning, program planning, analysis, and fraud investigation services. With a strong team of professionals, we have a track record of delivering on-time, on-budget services that meet our clients' needs. Our team uses a systematic approach to assess client business processes and understand the interactions between people, tools, and technologies.

Our Mission

At LJ Consultants, our mission is to provide superior personal service that is prompt and complete. We are committed to being a valuable resource, advisor, and partner in achieving our clients' business strategies, contributing to their continued success. We pride ourselves on giving our clients the assurance that the personal assistance they receive comes from years of advanced training, technical experience, and financial acumen.

What We Offer

Our team of experts provides a comprehensive range of services, including bookkeeping, forensic accounting, fraud prevention, staff augmentation, and more. We have extensive experience in serving public, private, and non-profit organizations, delivering immediate, short-term, and long-term services.

Our Services

Our services include:

• Bookkeeping: Ensuring accurate and timely financial records
• Forensic Accounting: Uncovering and interpreting discrepancies and anomalies in financial records
• Fraud Prevention: Designing and implementing stringent controls to prevent and detect fraud
• Staff Augmentation: Providing highly skilled personnel to enhance our clients' teams
• Specialties:

+ Project Controls/Management: Managing project budgets, schedules, and resources

+ Budget & Financial Analysis: Conducting thorough financial reviews and projections

+ Contract Closeouts: Facilitating the completion of financial and administrative tasks at the end of contract periods

+ Identifying Improper Payments: Rigorously examining contract-related payments for accuracy and compliance

+ Anti-Fraud Program and Fraud Investigations: Designing comprehensive anti-fraud programs and conducting detailed investigations

+ Risk Assessment and KYC Onboarding: Assessing potential risks and performing thorough Know Your Customer (KYC) checks

+ Sanctions & PEP Screenings with Watchlist Checks: Offering meticulous screening services to ensure compliance with international sanctions and regulations

Our Team

Our team is led by Lisa James, CFE, CFCS, who founded LJ Consultants in 2007. With over 20 years of experience in public accounting and government contracting, Ms. James has managed projects with revenues of $100M and beyond. She is skilled at managing ambiguity and adapting to change, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Howard University.

Why Choose Us?

We choose LJ Consultants because we provide high-quality services, with a commitment to effective and efficient delivery. Our team of experienced professionals has a proven track record of avoiding cost and overruns, with senior-level staff and advisors monitoring processes throughout the project lifecycle.