Forensic Accounting - Assistant Manager or Manager

FRP Advisory Group; Park Central; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

FRP Advisory Group in the UK is seeking an Assistant Manager or Manager for its Forensic Accounting team in Birmingham. The role focuses on dispute-related matters and forensic investigations, collaborating with clients and senior stakeholders on complex engagements.

The ideal candidate holds ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification with proven forensic accounting experience, including business valuations and expert report support. The position offers hybrid working and career progression.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA or equivalent recognised accountancy qualification.
• Proven experience in a forensic accounting role.
• Experience in business valuations.
• Strong delegation and mentoring abilities; ability to review team outputs.

Responsibilities

• Managing/leading forensic engagements with internal and external stakeholders
• Developing and evaluating damages and quantum of claim calculations
• Drafting reports for expert review and supporting expert/advisory reports
• Contributing to development of case strategy
• Supporting dispute-related matters including valuations, loss of profits, warranties and indemnities
• Identifying information sources and requesting documentation
• Assisting fraud investigations, asset tracing and funds flow analysis
• Using technology and e-discovery tools to improve efficiency
• Managing a portfolio of cases to meet deadlines
• Preparing budgets and monitoring engagement progress
• Supporting practice operations including compliance and learning & development
• Line management responsibilities including mentoring and performance feedback
• Supporting business development, marketing and networking activities
• Maintaining market awareness to identify trends and growth opportunities

Skills

Team leadership

Forensic accounting

Dispute resolution

Report drafting

Client management

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Relativity One

e-discovery platforms

Job description

Forensic Accounting - Assistant Manager or Manager

• Full-time
• Workplace type: Hybrid

About FRP

FRP is a leading national business advisory firm based in the UK. With over 900 team members, including more than 100 partners, we specialise in Corporate Finance, Debt Advisory, Forensic Services, Financial Advisory, Restructuring Advisory and Real Estate Advisory. Operating from 35 offices across the UK, Isle of Man and Cyprus, we are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex and difficult situations to create, preserve, and recover value.

Our approach is known for being honest, clear, and considered. We provide strategic solutions that cater to a broad range of businesses, from multinational organisations to small enterprises. Our commitment is to deliver expert advice and support, ensuring our clients can make informed decisions and achieve their goals.

Role overview

Based within the Forensic Accounting team in Birmingham, this role focuses on dispute-related matters and forensic accounting investigations work. The position supports complex engagements including litigation, arbitration and financial investigations, working closely with clients and senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing/leading forensic engagements, including internal and external stakeholders and clients
• Developing and evaluating damages and quantum of claim calculations
• Drafting reports for expert review and supporting the preparation of expert and advisory reports
• Contributing to the development of case strategy
• Supporting dispute-related matters including business valuations, loss of profits, warranty and indemnity claims and arbitration proceedings
• Determining issues for investigation by identifying sources of information and requesting provision of such documentation;
• Supporting fraud and financial investigations, asset tracing and funds flow analysis
• Utilising technology and software, including e-discovery platforms, to improve efficiency
• Managing a portfolio of cases to meet deadlines and resource requirements
• Preparing budgets and time cost analyses and monitoring engagement progress
• Contributing to practice operations including compliance, L&D, innovation and team support
• Line management responsibilities, including mentoring, coaching and performance feedback for junior team members
• Supporting business development, marketing and networking activities
• Maintaining market awareness to identify trends, opportunities and growth initiatives
• ACA, ACCA or equivalent recognised accountancy qualification
• Proven experience in a forensic accounting role
• Experience of business valuations
• Strong ability to delegate, review work and guide team outputs
• Experience supporting expert report preparation in line with client requirements
• Ability to balance high-level analysis with strong attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify key issues and areas for further investigation
• Commercial awareness and ability to identify client needs
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Additional training (e.g. expert witness training, ACFE, Relativity, advanced Excel, valuation training)
• Knowledge of insolvency proceedings and litigation
• Familiarity with AI tools
• Experience in use of Relativity One or other document review platforms

Our Values

• Straightforward: We provide clear, no-nonsense advice
• Confident: Our guidance is backed by expertise and evidence
• Pragmatic: We focus on practical solutions and tangible outcomes
• Real: We are professional yet approachable, understanding the challenges our clients face

Our Commitment to You and the Environment

At FRP Advisory Group, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders - including our employees, clients, and local communities - while also reducing our impact on the natural environment.

We are always striving to improve in all areas - whether it’s our people, our clients, our planet or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture for our people. We maintain an Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on the skills and experience required for our professional services - regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe every individual should have the opportunity to thrive.

Our learning and development programmes enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers. We aim to empower our team members to each achieve their potential.

We are committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We are emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.

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