Manager, Damages & Valuations

Secretariat Advisors, LLC; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as a Manager in the Damages & Valuations team, where your expertise will be utilized from day one. This role offers the chance to work alongside some of the world's foremost experts, tackling complex financial and strategic challenges. You will engage in economic research, prepare critical reports, and communicate with high-profile clients, all while being part of a collaborative and diverse environment. If you're looking to make a significant impact in a rapidly growing firm, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in economic damages or forensic accounting.
• Strong report writing and analytical skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct economic, financial, and industry research.
• Prepare damages and forensic accounting reports.
• Manage multiple engagements and communicate with clients.

Skills

Expert report writing

Analytical skills

Problem resolution

Communication skills

Time management

Team management

Microsoft Office proficiency

Ability to travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

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Manager, Damages & Valuations

Apply locations San Francisco, CA New York, NY - 5th Avenue Los Angeles, CA - El Segundo

time type Full time

posted on Posted 3 Days Ago

job requisition id R-100528

Job Description:

ABOUT THE FIRM

Secretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world.

When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one – working with the world’s most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.

Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and – most importantly – you.

Make your impact at Secretariat.

ABOUT Our Damages & Valuations team

As part of our expanding Damages & Valuations team, you will join a select group of the world's foremost experts and advisors. The facts prove it. We are ranked #1 in Global Arbitration Review's prestigious Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2024, and over 90% of our testifying experts are recognized as leading experts by Who's Who Legal.

We are a collaborative team of experienced accountants, economists, PhDs, certified business valuators, investment analysts, and industry specialists – all working together to address the most complex litigation and strategic commercial questions no matter the industry or global location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct economic, financial, accounting, and industry research
• Analyze financial and non-financial information, and report findings to other team members
• Assist with the preparation of damages, forensic accounting, and construction quantum reports
• Assist with the preparation of critique reports examining the conclusions of other experts
• Communicate with clients and counsel
• Prepare for and attend hearings, trials and mediations
• Manage the day-to-day requirements of multiple engagements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Requisite professional designations and work experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or similar, from an accredited university or college
  • 4+ years of prior experience in economic damages and/or forensic accounting
  • Prior experience at one of the ‘Big Four’ accounting firms would be an asset
  • Holder of or pursuing CPA, CFF, CFA, CFE, or ABV credentials is a plus
• Strong expert report writing skills to complement analytics
• Able to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situations and develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problems
• The ability to manage and prioritize your time and your team’s time, potentially against a backdrop of competing deadlines
• The ability to manage team members, both junior and senior, as well as external stakeholders
• The ability to work independently whilst knowing which issues and risks need to be highlighted to senior staff, ideally accompanied by suggested viable solutions
• Excellent analytical and problem resolution abilities
• Excellent listening, verbal, written, technical, and presentation skills
• The desire to join in with, and/or lead, auxiliary tasks associated with a growing practice within a rapidly growing firm
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and PowerPoint
• The ability to travel as needed
• Working proficiency in a second non-English language is a plus

Salary range is $110,000 - $180,000

Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.