Managing Director, Complex Accounting & Litigation

J.S. Held•Reston, VA

12h•Remote

About The Position

J.S. Held’s Complex Accounting & Litigation team is seeking a seasoned and entrepreneurial Managing Director to support and expand our capabilities within the forensic accounting, litigation consulting and expert witness services. This is a senior role for a professional with deep experience in complex investigations and litigation. As a Managing Director, you will help shape the strategic direction of the practice, lead high-impact engagements, mentor talent, and cultivate long-term client relationships across industries and geographies.

Requirements

15+ years of experience in relevant experience ranging from auditing, CFO, regulatory or standard setting, forensic accounting, litigation consulting, and expert witness services roles.
Certified Public Accountant or equivalent.
Proven experience with a focus on executing on client delivery of high quality services and ability to work within and manage a team.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complex findings into clear, actionable insights.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management.
Significant experience in the financial services and insurance industries.
Prior audit experience.
Additional relevant certifications including CFE, CFF, among others.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and grow junior team members on client work and business development.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on quality, innovation, and client service.
Assist in internal knowledge sharing, training, and professional development initiatives.
Oversee and execute engagements in a wide array of disciplines including complex, investigations involving regulatory inquiries, forensic accounting, litigation consulting and expert witness services.
Guide the development of client deliverables including reports, presentations, and data visualizations and testimony.
Serve as a senior point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery and strategic insight.
Expand your book of business and contribute to the growth of the Complex Accounting & Litigation practice.
Develop and implement go-to-market strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
Build and maintain relationships with law firms, regulators, financial institutions, and corporate clients.
Represent J.S. Held at industry events, conferences, and client engagements.