Forensic Accountant (Financial Analyst or Associate - Dubai)

Halliwell; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance services provider in Dubai is seeking a qualified accountant to join their Forensic Accounting team. The role involves analyzing insured financial losses, preparing reports, and conducting on-site investigations. Ideal candidates will have a relevant accounting qualification and at least 3 years of experience. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential, along with proficiency in Excel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Prior forensic accounting or insurance background preferred.
• Desire to progress career in loss adjusting.

Responsibilities

• Analyse insured financial losses from inception to settlement.
• Examine financial documentation alongside insurance policies.
• Accompany Loss Adjusters to on-site investigations.
• Prepare reports for loss adjusters, insurers and lawyers.
• Assist in presentations and training for the forensic accounting team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficient in Excel

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Overview

Established in 1932, McLarens is a premier independent global insurance services provider with a widespread global presence. Specialising in complex, commercial, and niche markets, the company offers comprehensive loss adjusting, claims, and risk management services, along with forensic technical services, auditing, and pre-risk surveying. McLarens' extensive global network allows for consistent service delivery to clients globally, while also providing localized expertise and responsive support. Our seasoned adjusters boast an average of over 20 years of experience, catering to various industries with expertise in Property, Casualty, Crisis Management, Natural Resources, Construction & Engineering, Agriculture, Aviation, Forensic Accounting, Investigation, Marine, FAJ & Specie, Global TPA Services, and Environmental consulting services. For more information, please visit: www.mclarens.com

The opportunity

As we continue to grow in the EMEA region, we have an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant to join the Forensic Accounting team in our Dubai Office.

The ideal candidate will have a sound technical background in accounting / finance, possess strong communication and analytical skills, and can work independently.

Preferred (but not essential) for individuals to have prior forensic accounting or insurance background but must have a desire to commence and progress their career within a leading global loss adjusting business. This is a great opportunity for individuals to develop expertise working alongside highly qualified Loss Adjusters, Engineers, and Surveyors.

Candidates must have

• Qualified Accountant. (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Proficient in Excel.

The role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Analyse and assess insured financial losses from inception to settlement.
• Examine financial documentation alongside insurance policies to determine coverage in the event of a financial loss.
• Accompany Loss Adjusters and Senior members of the forensic accounting team to on-site investigations and damage surveys for claims as required; inspecting physical damage and understanding the operations and finances of a business.
• Perform detailed analysis and review of both financial and non-financial information.
• Preparation of reports for loss adjusters, insurers and lawyers.
• Assist in presentations and training as part of the forensic accounting team, both internally and to clients.
• Undertaking projects and other ad hoc work as required.

About you

• Strong organisational and analytical skills with the ability to self-manage your workload, manage multiple priorities and conflicting demands
• A methodical, accurate and analytical approach to work
• A sense of responsibility for and pride in the quality of your work
• Enthusiastic to commit to completing professional examinations (Dip CILA)
• Competent with MS Word and Excel
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; clear, concise, and structured
• Strong relationship / stakeholder management skills with the ability to establish effective working relationships with your team, colleagues and third parties
• Thrive in a high-pressure working environment with the drive to meet and exceed targets.

Our Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.