Forensic Manager

WithumSmith+Brown PC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is seeking a Forensic Manager to join the Forensic and Valuation Services Group (FVS). The role is hybrid with in-office expectations of three days per week, supporting clients and attorneys through investigation, financial analysis and expert testimony.

The FVS Group will require leadership of associates, development of forensic plans, and collaboration with senior leadership to advance matters. Opportunity to grow into an expert witness in your own right.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic.
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Highly motivated with outstanding analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff as part of a team, or independently.

Responsibilities

• Communicating with clients and counsel to obtain documents.
• Developing a forensic plan for the engagement and managing a team of associates to implement the plan.
• Summarizing and interpreting relevant financial information and records.
• Developing forensic accounting and dispute/economic damage analysis.
• Assisting in the preparation of expert reports and other deliverables.
• Critiquing opposing expert reports in preparation of rebuttal reports.
• Assisting with deposition and trial preparation.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting

CPA License

CFE/CFF/ABV credentials preferred

Job description

Job Description

Withum is a place where talent thrives - where who you are matters. It’s a place of endless opportunities for growth. A place where entrepreneurial energy plus inclusive teamwork equals exponential results. Explore different industries. Learn new skills. Connect with our diverse teams of professionals to gain insight into the career you envision. Your Career Starts with You. Experience the Transformative Power of Withum Plus You - that’s the Power in the Plus!

We are seeking a Forensic Manager to join our Forensic and Valuation Services Group (FVS Group). The Forensic Manager can be based out of any of the following office locations (Princeton, NJ; Red Bank, NJ; Whippany, NJ; East Brunswick, NJ; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Boston, MA; Burlington, MA; Braintree, MA; Providence, RI; Buffalo, NY). This will be a hybrid position (3 days in office expectation per week). The FVS Group supports clients and attorneys through investigation, financial analysis and expert testimony.

Forensic Managers oversee associates, perform investigative and financial analyses, and work directly with Senior Managers, Principals and Partners to advance a particular matter. Forensic Managers will have the opportunity to grow into an expert witness in their own right.

Withum’s brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive - to be in a position of strength. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.

Our Forensic Managers are responsible for managing forensic investigations as well as business dispute and economic damage engagements, specifically:

• Communicating with clients and counsel to obtain documents


• Developing a forensic plan for the respective engagement and managing a team of associates to implement the plan


• Summarizing and interpreting relevant financial information and records


• Developing forensic accounting and dispute/economic damage analysis


• Assisting in the preparation of expert reports and other deliverables


• Critiquing opposing expert reports in preparation of rebuttal expert reports


• Assisting with deposition and trial preparation

The Forensic Manager position in our FVS Group requires the following:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting


• CPA License


• CFE, CFF, and/or ABV credentials preferred


• Minimum of 7 years of experience in forensic accounting with at least 1 year at a manager level


• Strong work ethic


• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills


• Highly motivated with outstanding analytical skills
  
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff as part of a team, or independently

The compensation for this position ranges from $130,000-$170,000. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual’s skills, experience and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Withum is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and an accessible recruiting experience for all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to search for a position, complete an application, participate in the interview process, or otherwise engage in any part of the hiring process due to a disability, please contact us for assistance. We will work with qualified individuals to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws and our commitment to an inclusive workplace.