Forensic Accountant, Family Law
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced forensic accounting professional to join our Economic Damages & Valuations team as a Senior Consultant, supporting engagements primarily focused on family law and matrimonial matters. This role works closely with testifying experts, directors, and practice leadership to analyze complex financial information, prepare reports and exhibits, and support all phases of litigation, including discovery, mediation, depositions, and trial. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional ready to take on increased responsibility in case leadership, client relationships, and team development. The role includes managing engagements from initiation through expert testimony or settlement within a fast-paced litigation consulting environment. The ideal candidate will have strong technical accounting skills, experience in forensic accounting or family law, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Minimum of 5+ years of forensic accounting experience with substantial family law exposure
- Experience supporting litigation and expert witness engagements
- Strong understanding of: Equitable distribution, Income available for support, Tracing separate vs. marital property, Business owner compensation analysis, Cash flow and lifestyle analysis
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, and financial analysis tools
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment
- Ability to review and analyze complex financial documentation with a high level of accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a litigation-driven environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-paced setting
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Responsibilities
- Perform forensic accounting analyses in family law and matrimonial matters
- Analyze personal and business financial records, including bank statements, general ledgers, tax returns, and QuickBooks files
- Trace income, expenses, assets, liabilities, and identify potential hidden or dissipated assets
- Prepare lifestyle analyses, income analyses, net worth analyses, and cash flow reconstructions
- Assist in business valuation engagements
- Prepare expert reports, schedules, exhibits, and other litigation support materials
- Support directors in discovery, depositions, mediation, and trial preparation
- Maintain organized workpapers and meet court and litigation deadlines
Benefits
- Flexible work environment allows employees to work remotely, when needed.
- Flexible Time Off policy
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401k Match
- Commuter Benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
