Two weeks into my role as an IRS Special Agent in a new city, St. Louis, I got an assignment that was radically different from what I'd expected.

While most people are honest and upfront about their financial situation, some will do anything to hide their assets and reduce the amount of money they give to their ex-spouse.

At its core, it's accounting with a detective twist. Unlike standard accounting, which involves recording and reporting financial transactions, forensic accounting goes a step further.