Senior Forensic Accountant: Damages & Data Analytics

Berkeley Research Group, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkeley Research Group, LLC is seeking a Senior Associate in Forensic Accounting in New York. The role focuses on forensic accounting analysis, financial modeling, and data-driven damages assessments within a disputes and investigations context.

You will review financial data, develop models, perform data analytics, and assist in expert testimony and report preparation for damages and insurance claims.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, statistics, or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in auditing, financial analysis, or insurance in accounting/consulting.
• Big Four experience in auditing or advisory is highly preferred.
• CPA or pursuing CPA is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Experience leveraging AI tools to improve research, data analysis, content development, and workflow efficiency.
• High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint and other MS Office products.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze financial data such as P&L statements and ledgers.
• Design and develop financial and damages models and/or databases in Excel.
• Perform data analytics on large datasets.
• Prepare and audit work product for quality and accuracy.
• Conduct industry and market research and summarize results into action plans.
• Demonstrate creativity with software tools to quantify damages and prepare demonstratives.
• Assist in preparing expert witness testimony and reports on damages and claim valuation.

Skills

Financial analysis

Excel & PowerPoint

Communication

Work prioritization

AI tools usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance/economics

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Copilot

Claude

Job description

Berkeley Research Group, LLC is seeking a Senior Associate in Forensic Accounting in New York. The role focuses on forensic accounting analysis, financial modeling, and data-driven damages assessments within a disputes and investigations context.

You will review financial data, develop models, perform data analytics, and assist in expert testimony and report preparation for damages and insurance claims.