Senior Associate, Investigations & Forensic Accounting

Secretariat; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior Associate in Investigations & Forensic Accounting. This remote position requires a strong background in accounting, financial analysis, and the ability to manage multiple engagements. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience from a Big Four firm and is a Certified Public Accountant. Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of prior audit experience in a Big Four firm.
• Prior investigations experience is a plus.
• Holder of or pursuing CFF, CFA, CFE, or ABV credentials is a plus.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct financial, accounting, and industry research.
• Analyze accounting, financial and business records.
• Assist with e-discovery reviews and analysis.
• Prepare damages and forensic accounting reports.
• Communicate with clients and counsel.

Skills

Technical accounting understanding (GAAP and IFRS)

Strong writing skills

Analytical and problem-resolution abilities

Team management skills

Excellent verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar

Certified Public Accountant

Job description

Senior Associate, Investigations & Forensic Accounting

Remote - US

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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.

About Our Global Investigations Team

As part of our expanding Global Investigations team, you will join a select group of the world\'s foremost experts and advisors. We are ranked #1 in Global Arbitration Review\'s Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2025, 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 financial, accounting, and industry research
• Strong understanding of technical accounting (GAAP and IFRS)
• Analyze accounting, financial and other business records, and report findings to other team members
• Assist with e-discovery reviews and analysis
• Assist with the preparation of damages and other forensic accounting reports
• Assist with the preparation of reports examining the conclusions of other experts
• Communicate with clients and counsel
• Prepare for and attend client meetings, hearings, trials and mediations
• Manage the day-to-day requirements of multiple engagements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar from an accredited university
• 3+ years of prior audit experience in Big Four firm
• Prior investigations experience is a plus
• Certified Public Accountant
• Holder of or pursuing CFF, CFA, CFE, or ABV credentials is a plus
• Strong writing skills to complement analytics
• Ability to assimilate information and develop creative solutions for complex problems
• Time and team management skills; ability to work with competing deadlines
• Experience in mentoring junior staff and managing teams
• Excellent analytical and problem-resolution abilities
• Excellent listening, verbal, written, technical, and presentation skills
• Willingness to travel as needed
• Working proficiency in a second non-English language is a plus

This is a Remote Position - The candidate must reside or be willing to relocate to Las Vegas, NV

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