Forensic Valuation & Litigation Support - Director

Elliott Davis • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices — located in the fastest growing cities in the US — are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities. Audit and assurance services are provided by Elliott Davis, LLC or PLLC , a licensed CPA firm. Our Forensic Valuation & Litigation Support team is looking for a Director located in the Southeast that will provide expert leadership on complex forensic accounting and commercial litigation support engagements. This role will develop case strategies, manage client relationships, and drive business development initiatives. The Director’s expertise in economic damages modeling, deposition/trial preparation, and adherence to professional standards will be critical in delivering exceptional client service and fostering the growth of our practice. #LI-DL1

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Economics
• 10+ years of direct experience, with a proven track record of leadership
• One or more certifications: CPA, CFF, ABV, ASA, CVA, MAFF; CPA Preferred
• Commercial litigation testifying experience preferred, or previously engaged as an expert witness
• Extensive knowledge of commercial litigation and forensic accounting methodologies and fraud detection techniques.
• Strong financial analysis skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and active participation in networking
• Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple projects
• Supervisory Responsibility Yes

Nice To Haves

• Commercial litigation testifying experience preferred, or previously engaged as an expert witness
• CPA Preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead forensic accounting and commercial litigation support engagements
• Takes a lead role in developing case strategy, meeting client expectations and managing multiple engagements simultaneously.
• Has a proven track record of developing business and referral sources.
• Participates in developing business from existing and prospective clients by expanding relationships and referral sources.
• Participate in marketing and business development efforts including webinars, presentations, and events.
• Act as key point of contact with client.
• Handle billing and other project management tasks.
• Coaching, advising, and directing team members in managing and meeting client expectations.
• Prepare and/or oversee development of economic damages models and reports to ensure analysis adequately supports conclusions reached.
• Participate in deposition and trial settings, including assisting with preparations leading up to depositions and trials.
• Demonstrate an understanding of forensic and litigation support standards and methodologies.
• Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the practice.

Benefits

• generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s
• flexible work schedules
• 16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid and caregiver leave (once eligible)
• first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
• one-on-one professional coaching
• Leadership and career development programs
• access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees