Director, Risk & Investigations, Forensic Accounting and Advisory Services| Forensic and Litigation Consulting

FTI Consulting•Chicago, IL

About The Position

We are involved in complex, global and high-profile corporate and transaction advisory engagements, disputes and investigations combining technical accounting, finance and risk advisory and investigative expertise to deliver holistic solutions for our clients. FTI is looking for accounting professionals with five or more years of technical accounting and related experience. As a Director you will be responsible for providing technical accounting and finance advisory services and other analytical skills to clients.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Accounting or related business field
Certified Public Accountant or foreign equivalent with strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS and SEC requirements
5+ years of relevant post-graduate professional experience in technical accounting and audit
Ability to travel to clients and FTI office(s) as needed
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Responsibilities

Perform technical accounting and financial analysis and assist clients with analyzing and documenting complex issues.
Supervise and lead day-to-day activities of projects including interaction with client personnel, other team members, and professionals from other firms involved in technical accounting and finance advisory, transaction advisory, risk and investigations, and other forensic and litigation consulting engagements.
Organize information to facilitate effective data access and analysis.
Perform technical accounting research utilizing online tools and publicly available information, assist in preparing analyses, reports and schedules that will be delivered to clients and other parties, and develop and maintain productive working relationships with client personnel.
Apply accounting, financial, and analytical skills to various client situations and practice disciplines, including the application of US GAAP, IFRS and SEC requirements.
Manage engagements and perform Project Management Office (PMO) functions, including managing and reporting progress versus project scope and/or results of activities.

Benefits

Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off and holidays
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Potential for flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support.
Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
Employee wellness platform
Employee recognition programs
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
Professional development and certification programs
Free in-office snacks and drinks
Free smartphone and cellular plan
FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
Upscale offices close to public transportation