University Associate, Disputes & Economics - Financial Services Disputes

Ankura Consulting Group • Lexington, NY

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About The Position

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. This position supports the Ankura Disputes & Economics Business Group - one of five practices focused on client delivery services across the Firm. The Disputes & Economics practice focuses on assisting clients with financial, accounting, and economic issues associated with complex litigation. A sample of diverse consulting engagements include consulting and preparation of expert report and testimony in consumer class action matters, consulting on complex forensic accounting and financial reporting matters, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act investigations, Sarbanes-Oxley Act compliance, and litigation support. Associates, working as part of a project team, perform critical, value-added work that can directly impact a client’s bottom line.

Requirements

• Completion of undergraduate degree between December 2026 and August 2027 with a major in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or other analytical course of study
• Solid academic performance in their course of study with a 3.3 GPA or better
• A working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong ability to independently problem solve
• Permanent authorization to work in the U.S. ( i.e. U.S. citizen or permanent resident).
• Internships and full-time University Associate roles are not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship, work visa or any other temporary work authorization ( i.e. OPT, CPT).

Nice To Haves

• Initiative, adaptability, creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to work well with teams
• Willingness to travel and work overtime when needed
• Advanced technical skills including SQL, R, Python, or SAS are a plus

Responsibilities

• Performing a wide range of functions that may include developing and performing financial, accounting, economic, and statistical analyses
• Loading and validating data received from clients into structured data formats
• Developing models using data analytic tools and programs
• Detailed and complex spreadsheet and database analyses
• Assisting with data gathering activities including document review, research, and quality control of data entry activities
• Preparation of client reports and exhibits.

Benefits

• Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

What This Job Offers

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