Senior Forensic Accounting Leader

Plante Moran; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 131,000 - 194,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Plante Moran seeks a Forensic Senior Manager to lead engagements, scope work, and supervise investigations across industries. You will perform data analytics, prepare written reports, and guide clients through findings with attention to control weaknesses and fraud risks.

The role requires CPA and 10+ years in forensic practice, along with strong leadership, client management, and willingness to travel. Plante Moran emphasizes growth, inclusion, and high-quality results.

Qualifications

• CPA designation is required; at least one supplemental credential such as a CFE, CIA and/or CMA is also preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or related field is required.
• Experience running engagements and teams with hands-on project life cycle
• Business experience in working with clients and managing multiple projects
• Proven practice development (sales) experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage forensic accounting engagements, with emphasis on asset misappropriation matters.
• Prepare and review written reports conveying findings.
• Evaluate internal control structures and conduct data analytics to identify weaknesses and fraud risks.
• Interact with clients and external sources to obtain information and documents.
• Delegate and manage forensic staff while coaching opportunities.
• Engage in practice development to achieve fees-sold goals.
• Manage multiple projects and client relationships.
• Lead budgeting and billing activities and realize goals.

Education

CPA designation

CFE

CIA

CMA

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Copilot

Job description

Plante Moran seeks a Forensic Senior Manager to lead engagements, scope work, and supervise investigations across industries. You will perform data analytics, prepare written reports, and guide clients through findings with attention to control weaknesses and fraud risks.

The role requires CPA and 10+ years in forensic practice, along with strong leadership, client management, and willingness to travel. Plante Moran emphasizes growth, inclusion, and high-quality results.