Forensic Accountant: Investigations & Litigation Support

Worrells Pty Ltd; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Worrells Pty Ltd in Queensland is seeking a forensic accountant with 3–6 years of experience to conduct investigations, assess assets, value businesses, and quantify damages. You will prepare expert reports and assist with fraud and insolvency matters, communicating with clients, advisers and courts as needed.

The role requires a degree in Accounting or related discipline, plus CA or CPA qualification, and a demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments with integrity and precision in a

Qualifications

• A degree in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
• CA or CPA qualification.
• 3–6 years' accounting, forensic accounting, or investigative experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent report-writing and communication skills.
• Experience in preparing professional reports for legal, commercial or regulatory purposes.
• A high level of integrity, attention to detail and professional judgement.
• The ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic investigations and financial analyses.
• Identify and trace assets and funds through complex financial structures.
• Prepare expert reports and evidentiary schedules.
• Assist with fraud investigations and misconduct examinations.
• Undertake business and share valuations.
• Quantify economic loss and damages claims.
• Support litigation matters through detailed financial analysis.
• Participate in insolvency investigations where forensic accounting expertise is required.
• Communicate with clients, legal advisers, creditors and courts where appropriate.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Integrity

Deadline management

Education

Accounting degree

CA or CPA qualification

Job description

Worrells Pty Ltd in Queensland is seeking a forensic accountant with 3–6 years of experience to conduct investigations, assess assets, value businesses, and quantify damages. You will prepare expert reports and assist with fraud and insolvency matters, communicating with clients, advisers and courts as needed.

The role requires a degree in Accounting or related discipline, plus CA or CPA qualification, and a demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments with integrity and precision in a