Forensic Accountant, Manager - Zurich

Job Description

We are looking for an individual who seeks exciting, long-term career challenges and has a genuine interest in the area of forensic/investigative accounting and litigation support services. Successful individuals in this field are naturally outgoing, self-motivated, possess strong communication, leadership and analytical skills, and enjoy a wide variety of work experiences and challenges. Bilingual in German and English required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage teams to perform complete analysis of accounting, finance, economic issues in the context of business transactions; provide recommendations where applicable
• Ensure the review of documents to identify items relevant to investigation are delivered
• Compile and analyze facts to formulate, substantiate and/or critique financial calculations, theories, claims, or conclusions and present business data at a high level
• Draft reports of findings including the preparation of tables, exhibits and charts
• Maintain integrity of corporate information
• Balance multiple projects and responsibilities
• Communicate effectively to all levels of engagement management
• Demonstrate an understanding of risk associated with various engagements
• Support the firm in its business development and marketing activities

Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience of technical and financial advisory work related to accounting, forensic accounting, investigation or litigation services required; prior forensic accounting experience strongly preferred
• Business fluency in German and English required
• Demonstrated experience in business and strategic planning, managing client relationships
• Ability to lead small teams, create and deliver work product that exceeds client expectations
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of specific assignments
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel
• Professional demeanor and strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to communicate professionally both internally to partners and externally to clients and convey key assignment issues
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A strong accounting, finance, and/or economics background required
• Graduate diploma in accounting (or related) required
• Must be flexible with the travel requirements of client service projects
• Experience in the Financial Services Industry a plus
• Experience working on international assignments (in a foreign language would be preferable)

This job description is to be used as a guide for accomplishing company and department objectives and is not intended, and should not be construed to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or expectations associated with a job. The management team reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties from jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

FRA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, marital or veteran status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. In addition, if you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, this is available upon request.

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