Forensic Accounting & Litigation Associate

LI-MC2 #LI-Hybrid #CBIZAdvisory

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

• Performance of preliminary valuation, forensic, and appraisal analyses, including the development of comparative adjusted financial statements and data input for expert witness exhibits
• Gain an understanding of accounting framework, tax law, and audit methodologies and their applicability to the litigation environment
• Develop knowledge of the relevant statutory and family codes and their applicability to accounting principles in the performance of forensic accounting
• Participate in client assignments from beginning to end
• Create forensic and economic models for the presentation of forensic conclusions
• Execute complex technological procedures within industry-standard accounting systems
• Identify and communicate case issues, findings, and improvement opportunities with senior associates, managers, and partners to resolve client issues discovered during engagements
• Work with the discovery team to inventory and reconcile documents and data produced in preparation for submission to courts, attorneys, and clients
• Assist in the preparation of exhibits and background information for expert witness testimony
• Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct

Preferred Qualifications

• Family law forensic accounting experience
• Master’s degree in Accounting or related field preferred
• CPA eligible; desire to obtain certification is required
• Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and tax project management skills, including basic knowledge of GAAP, Taxation compliance, codes and regulations
• Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a results driven team oriented environment
• Strong verbal and written communications skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs