Partner Forensic Accounting & Investigations

Madison-Davis, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison-Davis, LLC is seeking a Director or Partner to lead and expand its Regulatory Compliance, Investigations, and Forensic Advisory practice. This leadership role focuses on navigating regulatory environments, conducting investigations, assessing risks, and responding to government inquiries.

The ideal candidate brings deep regulatory, forensic, investigations, and government-facing experience, plus a proven track record in business development and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Criminal Justice, or related field.
• CPA, CFE, JD, or other relevant credential required.
• 15+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, investigations, forensic accounting, or related advisory services.
• Experience working with government agencies or enforcement functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory compliance, investigative, and forensic accounting engagements.
• Advise clients on regulatory risk management, compliance program development, and internal control frameworks.
• Conduct internal investigations involving fraud, misconduct, financial irregularities, and regulatory concerns.
• Support clients responding to government inquiries, enforcement actions, and regulatory examinations.
• Perform forensic accounting analyses, financial investigations, and dispute-related engagements.
• Assess compliance programs and recommend enhancements to strengthen governance and risk management practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives, boards, legal counsel, and compliance leaders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, referral sources, attorneys, and industry stakeholders.
• Drive business development through networking, thought leadership, speaking engagements, and market outreach.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and cross-sell advisory services.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop new service offerings and strategic growth initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of compliance, forensic, and advisory professionals.
• Ensure high-quality client service, engagement execution, and project delivery.

Skills

Executive presence

Client relationship management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree (Accounting/Finance/Business/Criminal Justice)

CPA

CFE

JD

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

A growing advisory and consulting practice is seeking a Director or Partner to lead and expand its Regulatory Compliance, Investigations, and Forensic Advisory services. This leadership role will focus on helping organizations navigate complex regulatory environments, conduct internal investigations, assess compliance risks, and respond to government inquiries and enforcement matters. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in regulatory compliance, forensic accounting, investigations, and government-facing matters, along with a strong track record of business development and client relationship management. This individual will play a key role in growing the practice, developing service offerings, and serving as a trusted advisor to clients across a variety of industries.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead complex regulatory compliance, investigative, and forensic accounting engagements.
• Advise clients on regulatory risk management, compliance program development, and internal control frameworks.
• Conduct internal investigations involving fraud, misconduct, financial irregularities, and regulatory concerns.
• Support clients responding to government inquiries, enforcement actions, and regulatory examinations.
• Perform forensic accounting analyses, financial investigations, and dispute-related engagements.
• Assess compliance programs and recommend enhancements to strengthen governance and risk management practices.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to executives, boards, legal counsel, and compliance leaders.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, referral sources, attorneys, and industry stakeholders.
• Drive business development efforts through networking, thought leadership, speaking engagements, and market outreach.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and cross-sell advisory services.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop new service offerings and strategic growth initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of compliance, forensic, and advisory professionals.
• Ensure high-quality client service, engagement execution, and project delivery.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
• CPA, CFE, JD, or other relevant professional credential required.
• 15+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, investigations, forensic accounting, or related advisory services.
• Prior experience working within a government agency, regulatory body, law enforcement organization, inspector general office, prosecutor's office, or enforcement function required.
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks, government investigations, and enforcement processes.
• Experience leading forensic accounting investigations and complex advisory engagements.
• Proven business development and practice growth experience.
• Strong executive presence and ability to advise senior leadership teams.
• Experience managing large teams and cross-functional engagements.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and client relationship management skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with demonstrated success building service offerings and market presence.

This role can be based in Long Island, NYC, or South Florida.