Senior Forensic Accounting & Economic Damages Lead (Hybrid)

Withum; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

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Bonus program

Benefits package

Job summary

Withum's Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS) Group is seeking a Senior Manager to drive investigations, financial analysis, and expert work across multiple offices. The role blends leadership, client interaction, and technical expertise within a hybrid model requiring three days in the office weekly.

The ideal candidate has 10–12 years in economic damages or disputes, with CPA and credentials such as ASA/ABV/CVA; strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting is required.
• CPA License required.
• ASA, ABV or CVA credential preferred.
• CFE or CFF credential a plus.
• Minimum of 10-12 years' experience in economic damages or business disputes, with at least 5 years managing a team.
• Testifying experience is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and professional integrity.
• Excellent organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Highly motivated with outstanding analytical skills.
• Market facing and client/business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee forensic investigations and economic damages engagements.
• Work with principals and partners to advance matters.
• Manage a team of associates and develop forensic plans for engagements.
• Summarize and interpret financial information and records.
• Develop forensic accounting and dispute/economic damage analyses.
• Assist in preparing expert reports and other deliverables.
• Critique opposing expert reports and assist with depositions and trial prep.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Business development

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

Master's degree in accounting

CPA License

ASA/ABV/CVA

CFE/CFF

Job description

Withum's Forensic and Valuation Services (FVS) Group is seeking a Senior Manager to drive investigations, financial analysis, and expert work across multiple offices. The role blends leadership, client interaction, and technical expertise within a hybrid model requiring three days in the office weekly.

The ideal candidate has 10–12 years in economic damages or disputes, with CPA and credentials such as ASA/ABV/CVA; strong communication and mentoring skills are essential.