Forensic Litigation Director — Economic Damages Lead

Elliott Davis; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time away and paid holidays

Flexible work schedules

Wellness benefits including coaching

Professional coaching

Leadership and career development

Beyond program access

Job summary

Elliott Davis is seeking a market-savvy Director for the Forensic Valuation & Litigation Support (FVLS) team. You will provide strategic leadership on complex engagements, oversee economic damages modeling, and mentor staff while expanding referral networks to accelerate practice growth.

Ideal candidates bring senior-level development experience, CPA credentials, and a track record in commercial litigation and forensic accounting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics.
• 7–10 years of direct experience with leadership.
• CPA or related certifications (CFF, ABV, ASA, CVA, MAFF); CPA preferred.
• Commercial litigation testifying experience preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of commercial litigation and forensic accounting methodologies.
• Strong financial analysis, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage forensic accounting and commercial litigation engagements.
• Lead case strategy and meet client expectations across multiple engagements.
• Develop business and referral sources.
• Expand relationships and referrals with existing and prospective clients.
• Participate in marketing and business development efforts including webinars and events.
• Prepare and oversee development of economic damages models and reports.
• Participate in deposition and trial settings and preparations.
• Coach, advise, and direct team members to meet client expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Interpersonal skills

Networking

Project management

Testifying expert readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

CPA certification or equivalent (CFF, ABV, ASA, CVA, MAFF)

CPA preferred

Job description

Elliott Davis is seeking a market-savvy Director for the Forensic Valuation & Litigation Support (FVLS) team. You will provide strategic leadership on complex engagements, oversee economic damages modeling, and mentor staff while expanding referral networks to accelerate practice growth.

Ideal candidates bring senior-level development experience, CPA credentials, and a track record in commercial litigation and forensic accounting.