Forensic Litigation Support Associate

Current; Union (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Professional development via Becker/LI

Job summary

Current, a fast-growing accounting platform, seeks a Forensic & Litigation Support Associate to help execute forensic accounting, litigation support, fraud investigations, and economic damages engagements under supervision. This role blends accounting, finance, investigation, and litigation in a dynamic public accounting environment.

You will analyze financial records, prepare supporting schedules, and assist with reports and discovery, while collaborating with Managers, Directors, and Partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. (≤140 chars)
• 0-3 years in public accounting, forensic accounting, audit, or related field. (≤140 chars)
• CPA or pursuing certification preferred. (≤140 chars)

Responsibilities

• Support forensic accounting engagements involving fraud investigations and asset tracing.
• Analyze financial statements, records, and industry data.
• Prepare schedules, exhibits, and workpapers for client reports and expert witness engagements.
• Assist attorneys and senior staff with discovery and analyses.
• Maintain engagement files and ensure documentation quality.
• Develop and maintain financial models and data analyses.
• Communicate with clients professionally and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Fraud investigations

Financial analysis

Excel

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field

CPA or pursuing CPA

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

About the Company

At Current, everything starts with people. We believe that when you invest in talent through opportunity, development, and support, you unlock growth for individuals, firms, and clients alike. That’s why we’ve built a platform designed to give our people access to more: more learning, more collaboration, and more ways to grow their careers than any single firm could offer on its own.
Founded in 2023, Currenthas rapidly become one of the fastest-growing accounting platforms in the country, partnering with more than 40 leading accounting firms across the United States. Today, our community includes over 2,000 professionals, 30+ offices nationwide, and a growing global workforce that supports clients around the world. Backed by Thrive Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, and Springdale Industries, Current is investing heavily in technology, artificial intelligence, and workforce innovation to help modernize the profession. Our leadership team has a proven track record of building and scaling successful businesses, with prior ventures generating more than $3 billion in combined enterprise value.
We’re building something bigger than a traditional accounting firm: a platform where talented people can grow faster, learn more, and do more meaningful work. Whether you join Current, one of our partner firms, or our global team, you’ll be part of a community shaping the future of the profession.

Forensic & Litigation Support Associate

Position Summary

The Forensic & Litigation Support Associate assists in the execution of forensic accounting, litigation support, fraud investigation, economic damages, and business dispute engagements. Working under the supervision of Managers, Directors, and Partners, the Associate performs financial analyses, researches financial records, prepares supporting schedules, and assists with the development of reports and litigation-related deliverables.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional interested in combining accounting, finance, investigation, and litigation support services within a dynamic public accounting environment.

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Key Responsibilities

Forensic Accounting & Investigations (35%)

• Assist with forensic accounting engagements involving fraud investigations, asset tracing, employee misconduct, embezzlement, financial disputes, and other investigative matters.
• Gather, organize, and analyze financial records, bank statements, general ledgers, payroll information, tax returns, and supporting documentation.
• Identify financial irregularities, trends, and unusual transactions.
• Perform reconciliations and summarize investigative findings.
• Support internal control assessments and fraud risk evaluations.

Litigation Support & Financial Analysis (30%)

• Assist in the preparation of economic damages analyses, lost profits calculations, business interruption claims, and other litigation-related financial analyses.
• Analyze financial statements, accounting records, operational data, and industry information.
• Conduct research and compile information relevant to litigation matters.
• Assist attorneys and senior engagement team members with financial document reviews and discovery support.
• Calculate and summarize damages under the supervision of senior team members.

Report Preparation & Documentation (15%)

• Prepare schedules, exhibits, charts, graphs, and supporting workpapers for client reports and expert witness engagements.
• Assist in drafting forensic accounting reports and litigation support analyses.
• Ensure workpapers are properly documented, organized, and audit-ready.
• Maintain complete and accurate engagement files.

Data Analysis & Financial Modeling (10%)

• Develop and maintain spreadsheets and financial models.
• Perform trend analysis, ratio analysis, and other quantitative analyses.
• Organize and validate large data sets from accounting systems and financial records.
• Assist with data extraction, cleansing, and reconciliation activities.

Client Service & Communication (5%)

• Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, and engagement team members.
• Participate in client meetings and information-gathering sessions.
• Assist in responding to client requests and document inquiries.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive client information and engagement matters.

Professional Development (5%)

• Participate in ongoing technical training and professional development programs.
• Stay current with forensic accounting techniques, litigation support methodologies, accounting standards, and industry trends.
• Pursue professional certifications and continuing education opportunities.

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Key Accountabilities

• Accuracy and completeness of financial analyses and workpapers.
• Timely completion of assigned engagement tasks.
• Proper documentation and organization of engagement files.
• Compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and confidentiality requirements.
• Quality and reliability of supporting schedules and calculations.
• Effective collaboration with engagement teams and clients.

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Areas of Practice Exposure

Associates may assist on engagements involving:

• Fraud Investigations
• Employee Theft and Embezzlement
• Commercial Litigation
• Shareholder and Partnership Disputes
• Matrimonial and Divorce Matters
• Business Interruption Claims
• Economic Damages Analysis
• Lost Profits Calculations
• Insurance Claims
• Business Valuations for Litigation Purposes
• Asset Tracing
• Breach of Contract Claims
• Bankruptcy and Insolvency Matters
• Financial Statement Disputes

Skills & Knowledge Requirements

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to organize and manage large volumes of financial data.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.

Preferred Technical Skills

• Experience with accounting software and financial reporting systems.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to business valuation concepts and financial modeling.
• Knowledge of litigation support or forensic accounting methodologies is a plus.

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Education & Professional Experience

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field required.

Experience

• 0-3 years of public accounting, forensic accounting, audit, advisory, consulting, finance, or related experience.
• Internship experience in accounting, audit, forensic accounting, or litigation support preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial analysis.

Preferred Certifications (or pursuit of certification)

• CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
• CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)
• CFF (Certified in Financial Forensics)
• ABV (Accredited in Business Valuation)

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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Accuracy and quality of workpapers and analyses.
• Timely completion of assigned tasks and deliverables.
• Utilization and billable hours achievement.
• Adherence to engagement budgets and deadlines.
• Quality review results and engagement feedback.
• Professional development and certification progress.
• Teamwork and collaboration effectiveness.

Compensation & Benefits

The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits.
Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.
We provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.