Senior Manager, Claims - Disputes, Claims & Investigations

Stout Groep • Houston, TX

2d • $120,000 - $215,000

About The Position

At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ®. Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team. A Senior Manager within our Disputes, Claims, and Investigations group leads complex consulting engagements across a wide range of industries and serves as a key advisor to clients and engagement leadership. Senior Managers are responsible for the strategic oversight and execution of sophisticated economic damages analyses and related financial analyses in both litigation and settlement contexts. Engagements frequently involve large and complex insurance coverage disputes, including property damage, business interruption, product/general liability, D&O, cyber, and other specialty coverage matters. Senior Managers also lead and oversee fraud and forensic engagements, including forensic investigations and economic damages analyses in complex commercial litigation and other high-stakes business disputes. Senior Managers are integral members of engagement leadership teams, working closely with Partners and Managing Directors while providing direct leadership to Managers, Associates, and Analysts. The role requires strong technical expertise, project leadership, client management skills, and the ability to mentor and develop junior professionals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field
• 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in accounting, finance, or economics; preferred experience includes litigation consulting, forensic accounting, fraud investigation, professional/public accounting, and/or assurance/audit
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experience building financial models using Excel and other data analysis tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop and critique alternative arguments and opinions
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to changing, client-driven deadlines
• Apply strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities and multiple engagements
• Collaborate effectively with engagement leaders and team members while embodying Stout’s core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and Great Communicators
• Exhibit a strong commitment to delivering Relentless Excellence® in client service and team collaboration

Nice To Haves

• CPA and/or other relevant professional designation preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-lead the day-to-day execution of engagements, with primary responsibility for coordinating and executing engagement workplans
• Oversee the development of engagement analyses, including financial analysis and modeling, to deliver high-quality, defensible results
• Manage document organization processes, including the review, organization, and analysis of case documentation, testimony, and court filings to identify relevant information
• Support the development and career growth of Analysts and Associates, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment
• Support client relationships by building trust through clear communication, responsiveness, and value-driven solutions
• Collaborate with engagement leaders to develop engagement strategies, create workplans, monitor progress, and communicate critical path items
• Perform company, industry, and case-specific research, including technical, economic, accounting, and market research, to support analyses and conclusions
• Prepare and review written reports, presentations, and graphical exhibits to clearly communicate findings
• Analyze financial statements, accounting records, tax returns, and other financial documents to identify key insights across multiple engagements

Benefits

• At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.
• We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success.
• Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.
• We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.
• Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.
• Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success. https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits
• At Stout, whether you're launching your career or bringing decades of expertise, you'll find the challenges, collaboration, and support that fuel real growth.
• We invest in our people because we know that exceptional client service starts with how we take care of our own.
• We reward outstanding performance, encourage continuous learning, and foster a culture where different perspectives strengthen our work and our team.

What This Job Offers

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