Manager, Forensics and Litigation Support

MNP•Toronto, ON

6d•CA$90,000 - CA$140,000

About The Position

Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change. Make an impact with our Forensics & Litigation Support team as a Manager. This diverse team of professionals combines accounting and investigative expertise to protect clients’ assets and reputation. As a trusted advisor, you’ll implement anti-fraud controls and resolve fraud emergencies, reducing clients’ exposure to criminal and civil wrongdoing. MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.

Requirements

CPA and CFE designation
6 to 7 years of public accounting experience; advisory or consulting experience is considered an asset
Strong written communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial matters into clear, concise and defensible reports
Experience organizing, analyzing and synthesizing large volumes of financial and documentary evidence
Experience in business and practice development
Proven people management, relationship building and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to take initiative, work both independently and as part of a team, and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to obtain Reliability Status through the Government of Canada Contract Security Program

Nice To Haves

Master of Forensic Accounting (MFAcc) is considered an asset
Experience performing fraud risk assessments, control reviews or forensic advisory services is considered an asset

Responsibilities

Lead the proposal, planning and delivery of client engagements assisting fraud investigations, litigation support, risk assessments and other specialized proceedings or regulatory inquiries for a wide variety of clients, industries and disputes
Draft and execute investigative plans on sensitive litigious matters, objectively analyze complex financial matters
Draft clear, well-supported investigative reports, working papers and findings, ensuring all conclusions are supported by documented evidence and articulated rationale
Organize and maintain evidence files in a structured, logical and auditable manner to support regulatory, legal and internal review processes
Manage engagement planning and scheduling as well as project financials (engagement letters, budgets, WIP, timely billing, collection, variance recognition)
Plan and execute interviews, data analysis and document reviews as part of complex investigations and litigation matters
Lead and support proactive forensic engagements, including fraud risk assessments, fraud risk management reviews and control enhancement initiatives
Calculate and analyze economic loss claims, provide commercial advice, prepare financials and tracing funds/accounts
Provide industry and technical expertise through client interactions, research and analysis, reports, technical work, management presentations, proposals and other high-quality deliverables
Identify innovative ways to deliver added value to clients; ensure client needs are met and relationships grow and develop
Maintain high quality, defensible work product, applying specialized knowledge to anticipate, identify and address issues or key risks relevant to the client’s business
Network in the local business community, consider business development opportunities and lead the preparation and delivery of competitive proposals to meet client needs
Demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage competing priorities while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Mentor, motivate and coach team members towards professional and personal development by setting clear expectations, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews
Maintain flexibility to travel, as necessary