Forensics Accountant - Director

KPMG Fakhro; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 367,000 - 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a highly experienced Forensic Accountant at Director level. In this senior leadership role, you will lead complex engagements, deliver expert evidence, and grow the disputes capability across the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forensic accounting with 12+ years of experience, excellent client management skills, and proven leadership qualities. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Clear pathways to progression

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 12+ years of relevant experience in forensic accounting, focused on disputes.
• Demonstrated ability in preparing expert reports and providing expert witness testimony.
• Experience in building or contributing to the growth of a disputes practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex dispute advisory and litigation support engagements.
• Prepare and present expert witness reports.
• Conduct quantum analysis and financial investigations.
• Manage client relationships on contentious matters.
• Mentor junior team members and foster their growth.

Skills

Financial analysis

Damages quantification

Expert witness preparation

Client relationship management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent)

Tools

Advanced Excel

Financial modelling

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Forensic Accountant to join our Forensic Services practice at Director level. This is a senior leadership role focused on disputes, quantum analysis, and expert witness work. The successful candidate will lead complex engagements, deliver expert evidence, and play a key role in growing our disputes capability across the Middle East.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex dispute advisory and litigation support engagements from inception to resolution
• Prepare and present expert witness reports and provide testimony in arbitration, litigation, and mediation proceedings
• Conduct quantum analysis, damages assessments, and financial investigations for high-value commercial disputes
• Manage client relationships and serve as a trusted advisor on contentious matters
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering technical excellence and professional growth
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client pitches
• Play an active role in building and expanding the disputes practice across KSA and UAE
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Legal, Tax, and Deal Advisory on multi-disciplinary engagements

What We\'re Looking For

We\'re seeking a technically excellent forensic accounting professional with a proven track record in disputes and expert witness work. Beyond technical expertise, we value leadership qualities that inspire teams and build lasting client relationships.

Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent)
• Minimum 12+ years of relevant experience in forensic accounting, with a strong focus on disputes
• Demonstrated experience preparing expert reports and providing expert witness testimony
• Deep expertise in quantum analysis, damages calculations, and financial dispute resolution
• Experience building or significantly contributing to the growth of a disputes practice
• Big 4 background preferred; strong candidates from boutique forensic firms will be considered
• Willingness to be based in KSA or UAE, with flexibility to work across both markets

Technical Skills

• Expert-level proficiency in financial analysis and damages quantification
• Strong understanding of arbitration and litigation processes across multiple jurisdictions
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling capabilities

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Client Focus: Ability to build and maintain senior-level client relationships with credibility and trust
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; able to distill complex financial matters into clear, compelling narratives
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams, develop talent, and manage multiple engagements simultaneously
• Commercial Acumen: Strong business development instincts with a track record of winning and growing work
• Integrity & Judgement: Impeccable ethical standards and sound professional judgement under pressure
• Adaptability: Comfortable operating across different markets and cultural contexts

Why Join Us?

At KPMG, you\'ll work on some of the region\'s most high-profile and complex disputes, supporting clients through their most challenging moments. Our Forensic team is growing rapidly, and this role offers the opportunity to shape the future of our disputes practice while working alongside talented professionals in an inclusive, collaborative environment.

We offer competitive compensation, clear pathways to progression, and the chance to make a meaningful impact across the Middle East\'s most dynamic markets.