Senior Analyst / Assistant Manager - Forensic

McGrathNicol Partnership; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 weeks parental leave

Training & career development

Employee assistance & wellbeing

Job summary

McGrathNicol Brisbane is seeking a Senior Forensic/Valuation professional to join our Forensic team in Brisbane CBD. You will deliver high-quality analyses, build client relationships and contribute to a diverse range of engagements, with clear career growth opportunities.

The role emphasizes dispute advisory, economic loss quantification, and complex financial valuations, supported by robust financial models and expert reports. A strong foundation in finance and analytics is essential.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field (commerce/finance/business/economics/law).
• Preferably working towards or holding CA or CFA; interest in obtaining one.
• Proficiency in Excel/Word/PowerPoint with experience building financial models including DCF; familiarity with S&P Capital IQ is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication, presentation and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong business and commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver forensic and advisory assignments, with emphasis on dispute advisory and business valuation services.
• Prepare independent expert reports and supporting financial models for dispute resolution.
• Quantify economic loss, damages and remedies in commercial disputes.
• Value businesses, shares and other assets including IP; review work of other experts.
• Conduct company, industry and financial analysis; maintain risk management compliance.
• Participate in business development, including relationship building and opportunity research.

Skills

MS Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Written/verbal communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in commerce/finance/business/economics/law

CA or CFA (preferred) or pursuing

Tools

S&P Capital IQ

Financial modeling (DCF)

Job description

Division: Advisory
Department: Forensic
Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
Application Closing Date: 31 December 2026

About Us

McGrathNicol is an independent professional services firm specialising in Cyber, Deals, Forensic, Performance, Restructuring, and Risk & Compliance. For more than 20 years, we have supported organisations to navigate critical moments, from growth and transformation through to financial stress and uncertainty, across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Guided by our values – Understanding, Commitment and Impact – we are client-focused, collaborative and committed to creating an environment where our people can do their best work and continue to grow their careers.

The Opportunity

Join our growing Forensic team in Brisbane CBD and work alongside leading forensic accounting and valuation experts on complex commercial disputes. You will deliver high-quality analysis, build client relationships and contribute to a diverse range of challenging engagements, with excellent opportunities for career growth and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a range of forensic and advisory assignments, with an emphasis on dispute advisory and business valuation services.
• Contribute to the preparation of independent expert reports and supporting financial models for dispute resolution purposes.
• Quantify economic loss, damages and other remedies in the context of commercial disputes.
• Perform valuations of businesses, shares and other equity, intellectual property and other intangible assets.
• Review and critique the work of other expert accountants and valuers in legal proceedings.
• Undertake company, industry and other financial analysis.
• Maintain compliance with professional and risk management processes.
• Participate in business development, including relationship development and opportunity research.

About You

• A relevant undergraduate degree (e.g. commerce, finance, business, economics, law). Ideally hold or be working towards a relevant professional qualification (Chartered Accountant or Chartered Financial Analyst) or have an interest in obtaining one.
• Relevant professional experience, which may include forensic accounting, corporate finance, insolvency, audit, tax or other advisory services (dispute advisory and valuations experience will be highly regarded).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint, ideally with experience in building financial models including discounted cash flow analyses (familiarity with S&P Capital IQ will also be highly regarded).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent presentation, problem-solving and analytical skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong business and commercial acumen.

Wy Join Us?

At McGrathNicol, you’ll thrive in an empowering environment where your expertise drives real impact. We offer a competitive annual bonus program, alongside exceptional training and career development opportunities. Our inclusive culture fosters growth through personalised mentorship. You’ll also benefit from comprehensive support such as 26 weeks parental leave, additional leave options, employee assistance, health and wellbeing programs, and opportunities for social and community engagement. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your success.