Senior Accountant - Forensic and Dispute Litigation

About our client 
Our client is a leading Advisory Firm specialising in Valuations, Forensic and Litigation Consulting. They are leaders in their market because of their Definitive Expertise, Industry Experience, Broad Suite of Services and a Culture that Delivers.   
 

The opportunity 
Working as Senior Consultant in the Forensic and Dispute Litigation Advisory Services Division, you will be assigned tasks in the technical areas of an engagement or project to assist in the completion of client service work.  
 
You will be responsible for knowing and understanding the Firm’s service approach, professional requirements and lines of business; and will receive ongoing training in Forensic, Dispute Litigation and Valuation Assignments. 
 
As your ability to assume greater levels of responsibility is demonstrated, more complex technical areas may be assigned. Some of the areas within Dispute Litigation Support Services may have you working on tasks such as: 

• Expert Testimony; 
• Damages Valuation and Analysis; 
• Court-ready Reports and Opinions; and  
• Reviewing Opposing / Corroborating Expert Reports. 

Key responsibilities of the role  
The main tasks involved with the position are as follows: 

• Participation with Senior Leadership on Dispute Litigation and Valuation Engagements of Various Clients; 
• Preparation of Initial Valuation Model Inputs, Working Papers and Research for Both Valuation and Forensic Projects; 
• Development of Technical Skills including Understanding of Basic Elements of Financial Models Used and Ability to Perform Basic Research as Assigned by Senior Leadership; 
• Identifying and Communicating with the Senior Leadership, Gaps in Documentation Provided and Issues Identified During all Phases of a Project; 
• Preparation of Basic Components of Narrative Reports on Projects Based on Work Performed; and 
• Establishing and Maintaining Working Relationships with the Litigation and Valuation Team Including Timely Communication, Participation in Staff Meetings, Participation in Client Meetings and Activities that Enhance Practice Growth as Determined by the Senior Leadership Team. 

 
The successful applicant 
 The role will suit someone with the following skills, experience and attributes: 

• 2-4 years of experience working in either a Top-tier or Mid-tier Professional Services Firm 
• Experience in either Forensics / Dispute Litigations / Valuations / Audit / Private Clients; 
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or Related Field; 
• Professional Qualification in CA / CPA / CFA; 
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills;  
• Excellent Time Management and Organisational Skills; 
• Able to Effectively Handle Multiple Projects Concurrently; 
• Detail Oriented; 
• Excellent Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills; 
• Ability to Understand Assignments and Follow Directions; 
• High Proficiency in MS Excel; and 
• Ability to Work Under Pressure and Meet Tight Deadlines. 

 
What's on offer 
You will be working with a really friendly and supportive team who enjoy working cohesively. You'll also be mentored by highly experienced managers who will provide on the job training, coaching and mentoring to develop your skills and enhance your career.

Please follow the prompts to apply or contact Chris Caiger-Watson on chris@geniuspeople.com.au or 0452 217 086.