Construction Forensic Accounting Partner - Expert Disputes & Testimony

Justia; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 300,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Birthday holiday

Direct client exposure

Career path to leadership

Hybrid work model

Job summary

DLA is seeking a Managing Director or Partner to join our FVLS team in construction forensic accounting and expert services. You will lead in high-profile disputes and provide forensic analysis and litigation support in a people-first, growth-oriented environment.

As a senior leader, you will expand capabilities, supervise investigations, testify as an expert, mentor professionals, and help develop strategic growth and client relationships across the construction sector.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in forensic accounting, construction disputes, financial investigations, or litigation support.
• Proven track record as an expert witness in construction-related financial disputes.
• CPA required for Partner consideration; advanced credentials such as CFF or CFE are a plus.
• Willingness to travel as needed for client matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead forensic accounting investigations involving embezzlement, misappropriation of funds, double billing, improper cost allocations, and non-compliance with construction contracts.
• Analyze construction financial records, cost reports, change orders, pay applications, and supporting documentation to identify irregularities and quantify damages.
• Provide expert testimony in depositions, mediations, arbitrations, and trials.
• Prepare expert reports, rebuttals, financial analyses, and demonstratives that withstand cross-examination.
• Advise attorneys, owners, contractors, and insurers on complex financial and contract-related issues.
• Develop and execute strategic growth plans for the FVLS practice.
• Build new client relationships and deepen existing ones to generate business opportunities.
• Mentor and develop junior professionals and contribute to practice development.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Construction disputes

Financial investigations

Litigation support

Expert witness

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

DLA is seeking a Managing Director or Partner to join our FVLS team in construction forensic accounting and expert services. You will lead in high-profile disputes and provide forensic analysis and litigation support in a people-first, growth-oriented environment.

As a senior leader, you will expand capabilities, supervise investigations, testify as an expert, mentor professionals, and help develop strategic growth and client relationships across the construction sector.