Forensic & Investigation Services Manager | Top 10 Firm

As one of the world’s largest networks of audit, tax, and consulting firms, the company is committed to delivering big ideas and premium service to help middle-market businesses thrive. They are a fast-growing firm with big ambitions – they have a clear goal to become the premium adviser to the middle market, globally. This vision touches everything we do, motivating and inspiring us to become better every day. If you are looking for a firm where you can build a future and make an impact, then the company is the place for you.

The company is one of the country’s fastest growing advisory firms, specialising in the provision of audit, tax and consulting services to leading domestic and international mid-market clients. 

When you join the company you’ll have a world of opportunity to build the career you want. Our clients range from growth-focused entrepreneurial businesses through to multi-national organisations across many sectors and operating nationally and across borders. 

About the Role

This is a dynamic opportunity for an ambitious and experienced forensic accountant to join a highly successful and growing Forensic & Investigation Services team. The successful candidate will enjoy challenging, interesting, and rewarding work across a broad range of assignments involving forensic accounting, fraud and conduct investigations, and disputes.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of investigation and dispute cases.
• Support the development of case strategies and work plans for various complex matters.
• Gather and critically assess evidence; liaise with third parties as needed.
• Forensically analyse financial information and other relevant evidence.
• Prepare high-quality written reports and outputs for formal use, including legal proceedings.
• Maintain detailed workpapers and well-organised evidence and case files.
• Support ongoing business development initiatives and manage/build relationships with clients and intermediaries.
• Coach and support junior members of the team.
• Contribute to the financial and commercial management of the unit, including budgeting/forecasting, invoicing, and debtor management.

About the Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

• Qualified ACA/ACCA accountant with 2-3 years PQE.
• Experience in forensic accounting and investigation is essential.
• Certification in a relevant field, such as forensic accounting, is desirable.
• Capacity to analyse and assimilate large volumes of complex material and quickly identify key issues.
• Experience in managing a team while simultaneously delivering multiple assignments to a diverse client base.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to foster trusted relationships with clients and intermediaries, combined with strong commercial acumen and expertise.
• A strong work ethic with a positive, can-do attitude and ability to work effectively in a dynamic, multi-disciplinary environment.