Managing Director, Complex Accounting & Litigation (Insurance Solvency Analysis)

J.S. Held LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Flexible Time Off policy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Job summary

J.S. Held LLC is seeking a Managing Director in Complex Accounting & Litigation to guide the strategic direction and oversee high-impact engagements. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in forensic accounting, litigation consulting, and team leadership.

This role involves mentoring junior staff, enhancing client relationships, and contributing to business growth in a remote work setting. A reasonable salary range for this position is $200,000 - $300,000.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in auditing, forensic accounting, and litigation consulting.
• Proven track record in high-quality client delivery and team management.
• Strong ability to communicate complex findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor junior team members on projects.
• Oversee complex investigations and client engagements.
• Build and maintain relationships with law firms and corporate clients.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Business development

Client relationship management

Exceptional communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Certified Public Accountant

Job description

Managing Director, Complex Accounting & Litigation (Insurance Solvency Analysis)

• Full-time
• Job Location Type: Remote

Are you looking to join an organization that is growing and dynamic? What about a high‑energy, collaborative environment that rewards hard work?

J.S. Held is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear‑cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets.

The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations.

J.S. Held’s Complex Accounting & Litigation team is seeking a seasoned and entrepreneurial Managing Director to support and expand our capabilities within forensic accounting, litigation consulting, and expert witness services. This is a senior role for a professional with deep experience in complex investigations and litigation.

As a Managing Director, you will help shape the strategic direction of the practice, lead high‑impact engagements, mentor talent, and cultivate long‑term client relationships across industries and geographies.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and grow junior team members on client work and business development.
• Foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture focused on quality, innovation, and client service.
• Assist in internal knowledge sharing, training, and professional development initiatives.

Client Engagement & Project Oversight

• Able to oversee and execute engagements in a wide array of disciplines including complex investigations involving regulatory inquiries, forensic accounting, litigation consulting, and expert witness services.
• Guide the development of client deliverables including reports, presentations, data visualizations, and testimony.
• Serve as a senior point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery and strategic insight.

Business Development & Market Expansion

• Expand your book of business and contribute to the growth of the Complex Accounting & Litigation practice.
• Develop and implement go‑to‑market strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Build and maintain relationships with law firms, regulators, financial institutions, and corporate clients.
• Represent J.S. Held at industry events, conferences, and client engagements.

Qualifications and Experience

• 15+ years of experience in roles ranging from auditing, CFO, regulatory or standard setting, forensic accounting, litigation consulting, and expert witness services.
• Certified Public Accountant or equivalent.
• Proven experience executing high‑quality client delivery and managing a team.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex findings into clear, actionable insights.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.
• Significant experience in the financial services and insurance industries.
• Additional relevant certifications including CFE, CFF, and others.

Physical and Mental Job Qualifications

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position during the work shift.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment allowing remote work when needed.
• Flexible Time Off policy.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Match.

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $200,000 - $300,000. Any offered salary range is based on a wide array of factors including but not limited to skillset, experience, training, location, scope of role, and management responsibility.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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We embrace diversity and our commitment to building a team and environment that fosters professional and personal enrichment is unwavering.

J.S. Held is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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