Junior Forensic Accountant

K2 Integrity Holdings, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in forensic accounting is seeking a junior forensic accountant to support investigations and prepare reports, working closely with clients and teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or forensic accounting, with a preference for candidates with experience in financial fraud investigations. This role requires effective communication and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in forensic accounting, auditing, and financial fraud investigations.
• Self-motivated with strong analytical and communication skills.
• Experience in drafting written reports and presenting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of forensic accounting reports.
• Assist in analyzing financial and business records.
• Help with internal controls and fraud risk assessments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or forensic accounting

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

K2 Integrity is expanding its forensic accounting group and is looking for a junior forensic accountant who will support handling new and existing assignments as well as help prepare enterprise-wide growth projections. Candidate will take an active role in assisting the investigations team in various litigation support and investigative accounting settings.

Responsibilities:
• Support the preparation of forensic accounting reports.
• Assist in analyzing financial and business records.
• Help with internal controls and fraud risk assessments.
• Participate in strategic planning sessions as a supporting member.
• Assist in managing client expectations and deliverables under supervision.
• Candidate may have to travel as needed for assignments

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or forensic accounting.
• Candidates must have a minimum of 1 year of experience in areas of forensic accounting and auditing, financial fraud investigations, litigation support, FCPA investigations, and internal controls/fraud risk assessments, including experience in the construction auditing arena preferred.
• Familiarity with accounting software and forensic account principals.
• Individual must be self-motivated and possess strong technical, analytical, and communications skills (both verbal and writing), combined with an eye for detail and accuracy.
• Candidate should have experience drafting written reports and presenting to clients and large groups.
• Candidates with significant commercial market experience will be strongly considered.
• Bilingual capabilities are a plus; Spanish speakers preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities
• Polished and professional at all times.
• Ability to work well under pressure, adapt to unexpected events, prioritize and multi-task in a deadline-driven environment maintaining high work quality
• Highly proficient in computer skills, including advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a team
• CPA preferred.
• MBA and/or CFE preferred.

This role is onsite in Saudi Arabia.