Forensics Manger/Associate Director

KPMG International Limited; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted Health Insurance

Additional Annual Leave

Enhanced Family Leave

Emergency Childcare Cover

Social Events

Early Finish Fridays

Relocation Assistance

Learning & Development

Job summary

KPMG Ireland is seeking an ambitious Associate Director/Manager to lead forensic accounting engagements across Ireland and the UK. You will manage client engagements, mentor team members, and support business development, collaborating with legal advisers, regulators and corporate clients.

The role sits in our Forensics practice in Belfast, operating within a hybrid model and offering broad exposure to high-profile disputes, investigations and regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• Experience in forensic accounting, investigations or related advisory fields.
• Strong financial analysis skills and ability to manage complex engagements.
• Experience leading forensic accounting engagements and working with regulators and legal advisers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage forensic accounting, dispute advisory, valuation and investigation engagements from inception through to completion.
• Conduct and oversee financial investigations involving fraud, misconduct, asset misappropriation, whistleblowing concerns and regulatory matters.
• Prepare and review expert witness reports, valuations and investigation deliverables.
• Perform detailed financial analysis and gather evidence to support disputes and resolutions.
• Support clients and legal advisers across commercial and shareholder disputes and other contentious matters.
• Manage key client relationships and engagement risks, ensuring sensitive matters are handled appropriately.
• Collaborate with data specialists on analytics, eDiscovery and technology-enabled investigations.
• Coach junior team members and contribute to proposals and business development.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Investigations

Regulatory matters

Client engagement

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Education

Chartered Accountant or equivalent

Job description

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Location: Belfast, as part of our hybrid working model

Grade: Associate Director

Contract type: Perm

We are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Associate Director or Manager to join our growing Forensics practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on some of the most complex and high-profile disputes, investigations, valuations and regulatory matters across Ireland and the UK. The successful candidate will take a leading role in managing client engagements, developing and mentoring team members, and supporting business development initiatives, while working closely with legal advisers, corporate clients, regulators and other key stakeholders.

A snapshot of your peer group:

• Accountancy qualification (Chartered Accountant or equivalent)
• Experience in forensic accounting, investigations or related advisory fields
• Strong financial analysis skills
• Experience supporting or leading forensic accounting engagements, including investigations, dispute advisory, commercial disputes, business valuation and expert witness assignments
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholders under pressure
• Excellent drive, commitment and enthusiasm, combined with strong project management discipline

Your responsibilities and achievements will evolve as you enhance your career with us. Here is what you can initially expect:

• Lead and manage forensic accounting, dispute advisory, valuation and investigation engagements from inception through to completion.
• Conduct and oversee financial investigations involving fraud, misconduct, asset misappropriation, whistleblowing concerns and regulatory matters.
• Prepare and review high-quality expert witness reports, valuations, loss assessments, investigation reports and other client deliverables.
• Perform detailed financial analysis, review accounting records and gather evidence to support investigations and dispute resolution.
• Support clients and legal advisers across commercial and shareholder disputes, post-acquisition matters, professional negligence claims and other contentious situations.
• Manage key client and stakeholder relationships, ensuring engagement risks and sensitive matters are appropriately managed.
• Work with forensic technology and data specialists to support data analytics, eDiscovery and technology-enabled investigations.
• Manage project plans, engagement teams, deadlines and deliverables across multiple assignments.
• Coach and develop junior team members, providing guidance, feedback and support.
• Contribute to proposals, pitches and business development activities, building relationships with clients, legal advisers, regulators and the wider market.
• Identify opportunities for additional services and contribute to the continued growth and development of the Forensics practice.
• Ensure engagements are delivered in line with professional standards, regulatory requirements and internal risk procedures.

Your team:

Our Forensics team advises clients across a broad range of matters including commercial disputes, shareholder disputes, expert witness assignments, investigations, fraud and misconduct matters, business valuations, regulatory reviews and forensic technology projects. We are looking for an individual with strong technical expertise, excellent stakeholder management skills and a proven ability to deliver high-quality outcomes in complex and often sensitive situations.

Discover How KPMG Can Enrich Your Life Beyond Your Career

Benefits Tailored for You

At KPMG, we understand that life is multifaceted. That’s why we offer a flexible benefits package designed to support your unique lifestyle. Our benefits include:

• Discounted Health Insurance: Prioritise your well-being with our health insurance options.
• Additional Annual Leave: Purchase extra leave to spend more time with friends and family or to travel.
• Enhanced Family Leave: Enjoy more time with your family with our generous leave options.
• Emergency Childcare Cover: For times when your regular childcare plans fall through
• Social Events: Connect and network with colleagues through our engaging social events.
• Early Finish Fridays: Start your weekends early on bank holidays and during the summer.
• Relocation Assistance: Smooth your transition if you’re moving to Ireland.
• Learning & Development: Access our extensive supports, including LinkedIn Learning, to grow your skills.

We also offer a variety of flexible working options to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Career Progression with Continuous Support

From the moment you join KPMG, you’ll receive dedicated support from your performance manager to enhance your skills. Our award-winning Business School provides continuous learning opportunities to deepen your expertise.

We stand out as the only Big Four firm to announce promotions four times a year, offering you frequent opportunities for career advancement.

Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity

Inclusion, diversity, and equity are at the heart of KPMG. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we’re committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment at every level. Our goal is to attract and retain the best talent by building a culture where everyone can achieve their potential. Learn more about our commitment here - https://kpmg.com/ie/en/home/about/inclusion-diversity-equity.html

Please note that agency assistance is not required for this position.

For any specific queries about the role, please contact Niamh McRory.

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