Senior Associate, Forensic Accountant

BRG • New York, NY

1d • $90,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

BRG’s Economics, Disputes & Investigations practice provides forensic accounting advice to businesses following catastrophic events and assists with preparing property and business interruption insurance claims. The team analyzes financial and accounting records and operations data, models losses and damages, and prepares well-documented claims to support their resolution and payment.

The Senior Associate will prepare and review quantitative and qualitative work product and provide high-quality client service. Projects may include developing complex financial models, preparing detailed and supportable loss calculations, and drafting reports for litigation matters and large business insurance claims. The role calls for strong financial analytical and organizational skills, problem-solving ability, and an interest in advancing in a consulting environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in accounting, finance, economics, statistics, or a related field.
• One to three years of experience working for an accounting and/or consulting firm in auditing, financial analysis, or insurance.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools, such as Microsoft Copilot or Claude, to improve research, data analysis, content development, and workflow efficiency.
• High proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office products.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize workloads and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Big Four auditing or advisory experience is highly preferred.
• CPA certification or currently working toward it is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and analyze financial data, including profit and loss statements and accounting ledgers.
• Design and develop comprehensive financial and damages models and/or databases using Excel.
• Perform data analytics on large volumes of disparate datasets.
• Prepare and audit personal and/or others’ work product to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Conduct industry and market research and analysis, and summarize findings into action plans.
• Use relevant software tools, analytical methods, and computer models creatively and efficiently to quantify damages, prepare demonstratives, and solve problems.
• Assist in preparing expert witness testimony and reports on damages and claim valuation issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior