Manager and Forensic & Litigation Support

Baker Tilly; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent financial consultancy in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Manager/Assistant Manager for Forensic & Litigation Support. The role involves leading a team to handle forensic accounting investigations and mentor junior staff. Candidates should possess a degree in Finance or a related field with 4-5 years of experience in financial fraud investigations. Strong analytical and communication skills are crucial, as well as the ability to prepare detailed reports and liaise effectively with clients and legal stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 to 5 years of experience in financial fraud investigation and litigation support.
• Experience in preparing expert reports and working with legal counsel is a plus.
• Familiarity with accounting standards (e.g. MRFS/IFRS) and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team for forensic and litigation support assignments.
• Conduct financial analysis related to fraud and disputes.
• Prepare comprehensive investigation and expert reports.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders for evidence gathering.

Skills

Financial fraud investigation

Analytical skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor Degree in Finance / Accountancy / Forensic Accounting

Job description

Manager/ Assistant Manager, Forensic & Litigation Support

The Manager/Assistant Manager is responsible for leading and managing forensic accounting and litigation support assignments to ensure timely, accurate, and high-quality deliverables. The position also entails supervising and mentoring junior team members to ensure work is delivered to the highest professional standard while fostering their development.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team to carry out forensic and litigation support assignments, including planning work timelines, setting deadlines and ensuring deliverables are completed accurately and on time.
• Conduct investigations, financial analysis and assessments in relation to fraud, misappropriation, shareholder disputes, damage assessments and any other complex financial issues.
• Prepare comprehensive investigation reports and expert reports for use in litigation proceedings.
• Liaise with clients, legal counsels and other stakeholders to gather evidence, clarify issues and present findings effectively.

Job Requirement:

• Candidate should possess a Bachelor Degree or equivalent in Finance / Accountancy / Forensic Accounting
• Preferably at least 4 to 5 years of related working experience in financial fraud investigation & litigation support
• Experience in preparing expert reports and/or working with legal counsel in dispute resolution is highly desirable.
• Preferably Assistant Manager specializing in Auditing/ Fraud & Forensic Accounting or equivalent.
• Good communication skills in English language for both spoken and written
• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information
• Familiarity with accounting standards (e.g. MRFS/IFRS) and regulatory requirements (e.g. Companies Act)
• Good report-writing skills, with the ability to present findings clearly, concisely and persuasively