Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA or CPA candidate preferred
Minimum of two years' experience in accounting or litigation consulting
Advanced proficiency in Excel, Word, and QuickBooks
Strong technical skills, including the use of AI tools for research
Ability to manage multiple assignments and adapt to changing priorities
Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Excellent written communication skills for diverse audiences
Responsibilities
Support forensic accounting and litigation engagements across various disputes
Analyze financial records to quantify losses and damages
Assist in identifying and valuing marital and separate assets for family law matters
Develop financial schedules and models, including sensitivity testing
Prepare clear, trial-ready reports and exhibits for legal proceedings
Assist with discovery, settlement support, and expert report preparation
Conduct research on accounting standards and case-specific issues
Benefits
Growth opportunities with training and promotion paths
Encouragement for idea contributions to improve company offerings
Regular communication with senior management across industries
Healthy work-life balance with a hybrid work model
Full Job Description
POSITION SCOPE
GA Group has launched a comprehensive platform to serve clients through its Financial Advisory Services offerings: Valuation, Transaction Opinions, CFO Advisory, Transaction Advisory Services (Quality of Earnings), and Litigation Support and is seeking high-performing Senior Associates to join the Litigation Support group.
This group provides financial and accounting analysis to attorneys and their clients across a range of family and business disputes, investigations, and other matters. This role supports multiple Managing Directors across different cities in a fully remote environment. The individual will analyze financial records, build models and schedules, conduct research, and help translate complex financial concepts into clear written work product that can be understood by attorneys, clients, and triers of fact. The work is fast-paced and deadline-driven, and priorities can shift quickly.
While this is a remote role, candidates based in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex are preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Support forensic accounting, litigation support, and valuation engagements, including marital property and divorce-related financial issues, business disputes, and economic damages matters
Analyze financial and accounting records, including general ledgers, bank statements, tax returns, and transactional data, to quantify lost profits, diminished value, and out-of-pocket losses
For family law matters, assist in identifying and tracing marital and separate assets, valuing closely held businesses and compensation plans, and analyzing reimbursement and equitable claims
Develop and maintain financial schedules, models, and exhibits, including sensitivity testing of alternative positions
Prepare clear, concise, trial-ready reports, memoranda, and exhibits, free of unnecessary jargon, that are accessible to attorneys, clients, judges, and juries
Assist Managing Directors with discovery, settlement support, and the preparation of expert reports, declarations, and trial exhibits
Support deposition and trial preparation, including review and rebuttal of opposing experts' analyses
Conduct research on accounting standards, industry practices, and case-specific issues, including through the use of AI-enabled research tools
Collaborate with colleagues in the firm's broader Transaction Advisory and Financial Reporting practices where their expertise can strengthen a matter
Manage multiple assignments for Managing Directors in different cities, adapting quickly to shifting priorities and tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality
Provide timely status updates and anticipate follow-up needs in a remote environment
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in accounting; CPA or CPA candidate strongly preferred
Two years' minimum experience at an accounting or litigation consulting firm; candidates with experience as a Controller in private industry or in tax return preparation will also be considered
Advanced proficiency with Excel, Word, and QuickBooks, along with demonstrated ability to use AI tools for research (strong technical skills are essential)
Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, adapt to changing priorities, and deliver accurate work product on short timelines
Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills, with the ability to think creatively and resolve problems efficiently
Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly and concisely to attorneys, non-professional audiences, and triers of fact
WHY GA GROUP?
Growth opportunities with training and internal path to promotion
Encouragement to contribute your valuable ideas to improve our company, products, and services
Regular communication with senior management of companies in a wide range of industries, providing frequent opportunities to expand your business knowledge.
Healthy work-life balance with hybrid position, allowing for both remote work and in-person interaction and collaboration
