Job Description:

A Senior Consultant in Crowe's Forensic Consulting Group will understand accounting fundamentals and will have the ability to apply those accounting skills with judgment to analyze financial information. You'll be an active contributor on a team delivering forensic accounting, fraud investigation, litigation support, dispute advisory, regulatory response, and data-driven investigative services.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the investigation of complex business cases to minimize risk and support client decision-making
• Provide litigation support, including the analysis of financial records, development of findings, preparation of schedules and exhibits, and presentation of conclusions that may be used to support legal proceedings or trial evidence.
• Perform financial record reviews and audits to evaluate compliance with applicable laws, contracts, regulations, professional standards, and client requirements
• Demonstrate considerable knowledge and analytical abilities by leading the development of quantitative data analysis and data mining solutions in support of forensic investigations, litigation, and/or in response to regulatory compliance-related inquiries emphasizing the development of database-driven reports to deliver high-quality services while improving client business results
• Develop clear, defensible, and data-supported findings for use in forensic investigations, litigation support matters, regulatory responses, and client presentations
• Apply results of data analysis processes with knowledge of financial and emerging management concepts, accounting and operational systems, other business data, performance measures, and benchmarks to identify trends, risk/problem areas, and opportunities to deliver high-quality services or improve client business results
• Manage a broad spectrum of matters involving investigations, litigation support, post-acquisition disputes, and insurance claims
• Assist with the preparation of financial analyses, investigative reports, litigation schedules, data summaries, and client-ready deliverables that communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Position teams for successful engagement execution, quality results, and client satisfaction by working within project parameters, managing resources and processes, and anticipating and resolving issues.
• Deliver on client commitments while meeting budget and realization goals
• Identify opportunities to add value to existing clients or to capture new clients by bringing them targeted, effective ideas and solutions
• Provide value-added strategies or services to assist clients in achieving their business objectives and assist clients in resolving issues by matching an in-depth understanding of client's business with expert knowledge of industry trends, benchmarks, or best practices
• Lead, mentor, and coach interns and staff members in the Forensic Accounting group

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA eligible or active CPA license required
• Thorough knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Professional services firm experience required
• Minimum of two (2) years of accounting experience required, with some forensic accounting, economic crime investigation, fraud investigation, law enforcement, litigation support, dispute advisory, or data analytics experience preferred
• Strong analytical and organization skills; ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to travel and work additional hours when required
• Experience analyzing financial records, transaction-level data, large data sets, or accounting entries to identify trends, anomalies, or exceptions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required

Preferred Qualifications:

• CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) or CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics) certification
• Previous audit experience
• Staff supervisory experience
• Experience supporting litigation, regulatory inquiries, fraud investigations, or complex business disputes is preferred
• Experience with data analytics/reporting tools, dashboards, and data mining procedures is preferred
• Ability and desire to develop leadership skills
• Desire to build networking skills and develop strong working relationships (both internally and externally) with business decision-makers

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe's values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $76,200.00 - $151,000.00 per year.

Our Benefits:
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How You Can Grow:
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