Secretariat Advisors, LLC
Job Posting Title Associate, Damages & Valuations
Secretariat Advisors, LLC, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Job Description:ABOUT THE FIRM
Secretariat 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 Damages & Valuations team
As part of our expanding Damages & Valuations team, you will join a select group of the world's foremost experts and advisors. The facts prove it. We are ranked #4 in Global Arbitration Review's prestigious Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2023, 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.RESPONSIBILITIES
Exceptional analytical skills, solid quantitative training, remarkable communication skills, and creativity are the foundation for successful Associates at Secretariat. Successful candidates will join an expanding domestic and international business valuation and damages quantification practice. Our Los Angeles-based group works on large and complex commercial damages matters involving misappropriations of assets, post-acquisition disputes, forensic accounting investigations, and a myriad of other domestic and international disputes. These cases will give the successful candidate exposure to unique, complex, interesting issues, often integrating finance, accounting, economics, and legal principles.Conduct economic, financial, accounting, and industry researchAnalyze financial and non-financial information, and summarize and report findings to team members and to clientsAssist with the preparation of expert reports (damages, forensic accounting, and construction quantum reports)Assist with the preparation of rebuttal expert reports evaluating the conclusions of other expertsCommunicate with clients and counselPrepare for and attend hearings, trials and mediationsManage the day-to-day requirements of multiple engagementsQUALIFICATIONS
Requisite professional designations and work experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or similar, from an accredited university or college1+ years of prior experience in economic damages and/or forensic accounting preferredPrior experience at one of the 'Big Four' accounting firms would be an assetPursuing CPA, CFF, CFA, CFE, or ABV credentials is a plus
Able to develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problemsAble to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situationsAble to meet tight deadlines and work under pressureExcellent listening, verbal, written, and presentation skillsWorking proficiency in a second non-English language is a plusThe ability to travel as neededSALARY RANGE
$75,000 - $105,000Secretariat International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Secretariat 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 Damages & Valuations team
As part of our expanding Damages & Valuations team, you will join a select group of the world's foremost experts and advisors. The facts prove it. We are ranked #4 in Global Arbitration Review's prestigious Expert Witness Firm Power Index in 2023, 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.RESPONSIBILITIES
Exceptional analytical skills, solid quantitative training, remarkable communication skills, and creativity are the foundation for successful Associates at Secretariat. Successful candidates will join an expanding domestic and international business valuation and damages quantification practice. Our Los Angeles-based group works on large and complex commercial damages matters involving misappropriations of assets, post-acquisition disputes, forensic accounting investigations, and a myriad of other domestic and international disputes. These cases will give the successful candidate exposure to unique, complex, interesting issues, often integrating finance, accounting, economics, and legal principles.Conduct economic, financial, accounting, and industry researchAnalyze financial and non-financial information, and summarize and report findings to team members and to clientsAssist with the preparation of expert reports (damages, forensic accounting, and construction quantum reports)Assist with the preparation of rebuttal expert reports evaluating the conclusions of other expertsCommunicate with clients and counselPrepare for and attend hearings, trials and mediationsManage the day-to-day requirements of multiple engagementsQUALIFICATIONS
Requisite professional designations and work experience:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or similar, from an accredited university or college1+ years of prior experience in economic damages and/or forensic accounting preferredPrior experience at one of the 'Big Four' accounting firms would be an assetPursuing CPA, CFF, CFA, CFE, or ABV credentials is a plus
Able to develop creative approaches and solutions necessary to resolve complex problemsAble to quickly assimilate relevant information in unfamiliar situationsAble to meet tight deadlines and work under pressureExcellent listening, verbal, written, and presentation skillsWorking proficiency in a second non-English language is a plusThe ability to travel as neededSALARY RANGE
$75,000 - $105,000Secretariat International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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