Secretariat Advisors LLC
Senior Associate, Forensic Investigations & Disputes
Secretariat Advisors LLC, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Senior Associate, Forensic Investigations & Disputes
ABOUT THE FIRMSecretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world. When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one – working with the world’s most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and – most importantly – you.Make your impact at Secretariat.ABOUT Our Forensic Investigations teamAs part of our expanding Forensic Investigations team, you will join a select group of the world's foremost experts and advisors. The facts prove it. We are ranked #1 in Global Arbitration Review's prestigious Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2024, and over 90% of our testifying experts are recognized as leading experts by
Who's Who Legal .We are a collaborative team of experienced accountants, economists, PhDs, certified business valuators, investment analysts, and industry specialists – all working together to address the most complex litigation and strategic commercial questions no matter the industry or global location.RESPONSIBILITIESConduct financial, accounting, and industry researchStrong understanding of technical accounting (GAAP and IFRS)Analyze accounting, financial and other business records, and report findings to other team membersAssist with e-discovery reviews and analysisAssist with the preparation of damages and other forensic accounting reportsAssist with the preparation of reports examining the conclusions of other expertsCommunicate with clients and counselPrepare for and attend client meetings, hearings, trials and mediationsManage the day-to-day requirements of multiple engagementsQUALIFICATIONSRequisite professional designations and work experience:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar, from an accredited university or college4+ years of prior audit experience in Big Four firmPrior investigations experience would be an assetCertified Public AccountantHolder of or pursuing CFF, CFA, CFE, or ABV credentials is a plusStrong writing skills to complement analyticsAble to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situations and develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problemsThe ability to manage and prioritize your time and your team’s time, potentially against a backdrop of competing deadlinesThe ability to manage team members, both junior and senior, as well as external stakeholdersThe ability to work independently whilst knowing which issues and risks need to be highlighted to senior staff, ideally accompanied by suggested viable solutionsExcellent analytical and problem resolution abilitiesExcellent listening, verbal, written, technical, and presentation skillsThe desire to join in with, and/or lead, auxiliary tasks associated with a growing practice within a rapidly growing firmHighly proficient with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and PowerPointThe ability to travel as neededAbility to mentor junior staffWorking proficiency in a second non-English language is a plusSalary Range$78,000 – $120,000Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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ABOUT THE FIRMSecretariat professionals are trusted in the highest-stakes legal, risk, and regulatory matters around the world. When you join Secretariat, you become part of a rapidly growing elite team of bright minds and passionate problem-solvers. Your skills and expertise will be utilized on day one – working with the world’s most renowned law firms, leading corporations, and influential institutions to answer complex questions that shape critical financial, economic, and strategic business decisions.Our globally integrated teams are united by the ambition, energy, and commitment they bring to every challenge. We inspire and empower an open, collaborative culture that embraces ongoing professional development, recognition, diversity, and – most importantly – you.Make your impact at Secretariat.ABOUT Our Forensic Investigations teamAs part of our expanding Forensic Investigations team, you will join a select group of the world's foremost experts and advisors. The facts prove it. We are ranked #1 in Global Arbitration Review's prestigious Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2024, and over 90% of our testifying experts are recognized as leading experts by
Who's Who Legal .We are a collaborative team of experienced accountants, economists, PhDs, certified business valuators, investment analysts, and industry specialists – all working together to address the most complex litigation and strategic commercial questions no matter the industry or global location.RESPONSIBILITIESConduct financial, accounting, and industry researchStrong understanding of technical accounting (GAAP and IFRS)Analyze accounting, financial and other business records, and report findings to other team membersAssist with e-discovery reviews and analysisAssist with the preparation of damages and other forensic accounting reportsAssist with the preparation of reports examining the conclusions of other expertsCommunicate with clients and counselPrepare for and attend client meetings, hearings, trials and mediationsManage the day-to-day requirements of multiple engagementsQUALIFICATIONSRequisite professional designations and work experience:Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar, from an accredited university or college4+ years of prior audit experience in Big Four firmPrior investigations experience would be an assetCertified Public AccountantHolder of or pursuing CFF, CFA, CFE, or ABV credentials is a plusStrong writing skills to complement analyticsAble to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situations and develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problemsThe ability to manage and prioritize your time and your team’s time, potentially against a backdrop of competing deadlinesThe ability to manage team members, both junior and senior, as well as external stakeholdersThe ability to work independently whilst knowing which issues and risks need to be highlighted to senior staff, ideally accompanied by suggested viable solutionsExcellent analytical and problem resolution abilitiesExcellent listening, verbal, written, technical, and presentation skillsThe desire to join in with, and/or lead, auxiliary tasks associated with a growing practice within a rapidly growing firmHighly proficient with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and PowerPointThe ability to travel as neededAbility to mentor junior staffWorking proficiency in a second non-English language is a plusSalary Range$78,000 – $120,000Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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