Investigations, Compliance & Privacy - Vice President, CPA

AlixPartners•Chicago, IL

2d•$110,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Vice President will support AlixPartners’ Investigations, Compliance & Privacy practice within Risk Advisory. The practice applies accounting, financial, and data-analysis expertise to help clients address critical issues, including complex financial investigations involving financial statement fraud, asset misappropriation, and corruption. The role includes assessing complex financial transactions for compliance with GAAP and IFRS, and may involve reporting and compliance related to the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the FCPA, and federal securities law. Work encompasses financial analysis, valuation and forecasting, fraud and compliance analysis, review of audit work papers, data and statistical analysis, client communications, report and presentation preparation, quality control, and organizing supporting documentation for litigation and valuation reports. The position uses a hybrid work model, combining in-person work at client sites or AlixPartners offices with remote work. Travel is part of the role, with frequency varying according to client, team, and individual circumstances.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, mathematics, or a related field.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
Well-developed analytical abilities.
Ability to prepare, or learn to prepare, financial models and cash flow analyses.
Strong project management skills, including managing multiple tasks, prioritizing work independently, and meeting deadlines.
Ability to work effectively both in a team and independently with an entrepreneurial attitude.
Professional demeanor and strong communication and presentation skills.
Positive and energetic attitude.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Willingness to work outside normal U.S. business hours when unique projects or needs arise.
Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment, and physical ability to sit or stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday.
Must become familiar with, promote, and abide by AlixPartners’ Core Values as defined by its Code of Conduct, and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
At least four years of work experience is preferred.
Pursuit of additional professional certifications, such as Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

Responsibilities

Research and analyze factors affecting litigation damages or valuation, including developing an understanding of the relevant industry or market.
Develop and assess projections and forecasts.
Create financial models incorporating valuation theory, including discounted cash flow (DCF) models.
Analyze financial transactions for possible fraud and compliance with GAAP or IFRS.
Review audit working papers for compliance with professional standards.
Communicate with clients and colleagues orally and in writing, including drafting expert reports and client presentations.
Create and manage large data sets.
Apply statistical analysis.
Prepare presentation materials.
Perform quality control review of work product.
Organize documents and work papers, including preparing supporting materials for litigation and valuation reports.