Staff Forensic Accountant

About This Role

The Staff Forensic Accountant assists in reviewing and measuring losses across a wide range of industries and business sizes. This role suits a detail-oriented individual who can critically analyze financial data and communicate findings effectively within a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate detailed financial statements and financial data (statements of revenue and expense, forecasts & budgets, production reports, etc.) to create a comprehensive analysis
• Create Excel schedules using provided financial information for loss measurement
• Review detailed invoices and purchase orders, organize supporting documentation, and input data to track costs incurred
• Analyze revenue and expenses to create projection models
• Assist in inputting and organizing large amounts of financial data, both paper and electronic, for review
• Communicate results of analysis to supervisors and/or clients
• Assist in the preparation of written reports and narratives for clients
• Attend client meetings (telephone, online, or in-person) and communicate findings to clients and team members
• Travel to loss location sites and client offices for in-person meetings, primarily day-travel in the local region, with some overnight travel throughout North America
• Respond and travel to large-loss catastrophic event locations when safe to do so
• Assist with other assignments ranging from unusual insurance claim-related matters to various litigation projects

Requirements

• Bachelor
• 3+ years of public accounting experience or closely related field
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills with ability to do VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and advanced formulas

Nice to have:

• Experience in forensic accounting and/or measuring commercial insurance claim losses
• CPA

Benefits

• Flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed
• Generous PTO Policy
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k Match

Important Details

• Schedule: Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
• Travel: Must be able to travel as necessary

About the Company

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.