Forensic Accounting and Litigation Associate | Summer 2027

CBIZ, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement savings

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Certification incentives

Referral program

Job summary

CBIZ, Inc. is seeking a Forensic Accounting and Litigation Associate Summer 2027 in New York, NY (Hybrid).

The role involves performing preliminary valuation, forensic analyses, and data input for expert exhibits, while gaining knowledge of accounting frameworks, tax law, and audit methodologies relevant to litigation. The preferred candidate will have a bachelor's degree with internship experience in accounting; CPA eligibility is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; internship in accounting preferred.
• Master's degree in accounting, taxation or related field preferred.
• CPA eligibility; desire to obtain certification encouraged.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and tax project management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and communicate across levels; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preliminary valuation, forensic and appraisal analyses.
• Develop comparative adjusted financial statements and data for exhibits.
• Understand accounting frameworks, tax law and audit methodologies.
• Create forensic/economic models for presenting conclusions.
• Communicate case issues and findings to senior staff and partners.
• Work with discovery team to inventory and reconcile documents.
• Assist in preparing exhibits for expert testimony.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional standards.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Valuation

Interpersonal skills

Research skills

Tax knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in accounting/Taxation

CPA eligible

CPA certification pursued

Job description

Forensic Accounting and Litigation Associate | Summer 2027

New York, NY, United States (Hybrid)

Job Info

• Job Identification 6610
• Locations 685 3rd Avenue, New York, NY, 10017, US (Hybrid)
• Base Range Info Compensation for this role will be based on the background of the individual selected for this position. For more details see the “About Us” section.
• Base Range $55,000 - $95,000

Essential Functions and Primary Duties

Performance of preliminary valuation, forensic, and appraisal analyses, including the development of comparative adjusted financial statements and data input for expert witness exhibits

Gain an understanding of accounting framework, tax law, and audit methodologies and their applicability to the litigation environment

Develop knowledge of the relevant statutory and family codes and their applicability to accounting principles in the performance of forensic accounting

Participate in client assignments from beginning to end

Create forensic and economic models for the presentation of forensic conclusions

Execute complex technological procedures within industry-standard accounting systems

Identify and communicate case issues, findings, and improvement opportunities with senior associates, managers, and partners to resolve client issues discovered during engagements

Work with the discovery team to inventory and reconcile documents and data produced in preparation for submission to courts, attorneys, and clients

Assist in the preparation of exhibits and background information for expert witness testimony

Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in accounting, Taxation or related field preferred

CPA eligible; desire to obtain certification is required

Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred

Excellent interpersonal, analytical, research and tax project management skills, including basic knowledge of GAAP, Taxation compliance, codes and regulations

Ability to multi-task, think independently and problem solve in a result driven team-oriented environment

Strong verbal and written communications skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred
• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Proficient use of applicable technology
• Must be able to travel based on client and business needs

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About Us

CBIZ, Inc. (NYSE: CBZ) is a leading professional services advisor to middle-market businesses nationwide. With industry knowledge and expertise in accounting, tax, advisory, benefits, insurance, and technology, CBIZ delivers actionable insights to help clients anticipate what is next and discover new ways toaccelerate growth. CBIZ has more than 9,500 team members across 23 major markets coast to coast.

CBIZ strives to be our team members' employer of choice by creating an environment where team members are appreciated, recognized for their contributions, and provided with opportunities to grow, both personally and professionally, throughout their careers.

Together, CBIZ and CBIZ CPAs are ranked as one of the top providers of accounting services in the United States. CBIZ CPAs is an independent CPA firm that provides audit, review and attest services, while CBIZ provides business consulting, tax and financial services. In certain jurisdictions, CBIZ CPAs operates under its previous name, Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.

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Compensation & Benefits

The specific compensation for this role will be determined based on the education, experience, geographical location, and skill set of the individual selected for this position. Beyond income, you have access to: comprehensive medical and dental insurance, retirement savings, life and disability insurance, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, certification incentives, education assistance, referral program and much more. This posting will remain open for a minimum of three days and may close at any time thereafter.

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