Senior Forensic Accounting Specialist

We're seeking an experienced professional to join our team as a Forensic Accounting Specialist. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to apply their accounting expertise in a dynamic and challenging environment.

The role involves conducting complex financial analyses, preparing expert reports, and collaborating with clients to identify and address financial issues. You will work closely with senior team members to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the needs of our clients.

In this position, you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills in forensic accounting, business valuations, and litigation support. You'll also be responsible for supervising junior staff, mentoring, and coaching them to help them grow in their careers.

To succeed in this role, you'll need to have a strong understanding of accounting principles, excellent analytical and quantitative skills, and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively. You'll also need to be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

This is a fast-paced and dynamic environment that requires adaptability and a strong work ethic. You'll be working on multiple client matters at once, so you'll need to be able to prioritize tasks, manage your time effectively, and meet deadlines.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field, along with 3-5 years of experience in forensic accounting, business valuations, auditing, or management accounting. They'll also need to have completed or be working towards an Australian or internationally recognised professional accounting qualification.

• Conduct financial analysis using Microsoft Excel and other tools to solve problems, including loss and damage assessment
• Review information received and identify further information required to complete the analysis
• Analyse and interpret large volumes of information, including accounting, financial, and banking records
• Review financial statements for compliance with Australian Accounting Standards
• Undertake research into companies and industries using Capital IQ and other data sources
• Prepare expert reports, client reports, and presentations detailing project scope, methodology, and findings
• Interact and meet with clients, including lawyers, in-house counsel, and senior accounting personnel
• Develop project planning and management skills
• Supervise the work of junior staff and provide coaching to junior team members
• Undertake networking and marketing activities to develop professional contacts
• Assist senior team members with new business development activities
• Contribute to company initiatives and team development activities

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related disciplines
• Completed or working towards an Australian or internationally recognised professional accounting qualification
• 3-5 years of professional accounting experience, including forensic accounting, business valuations, auditing, and/or management accounting
• Strong understanding of and interest in forensic accounting
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English required
• Experience in writing reports
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills
• Detailed knowledge of accounting principles
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office applications
• Adaptability in a fast-paced and dynamic working environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle and analyse complex financial information
• Experience of leading small teams
• Ability to work on multiple client matters at one time
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision
• Ability to work with senior team members and the client in demanding, deadline-driven situations
• Strong work ethic and integrity, and high level of professionalism