Associate / Senior Associate, Forensic Accounting

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About this role

We are currently welcoming applications from individuals from a professional accounting background for the role of Associate or Senior Associate in our specialist Forensic Accounting team in Brisbane.

As well as accountants with some forensic experience, we also encourage applications from those looking to transition into forensics from another accounting specialism (such as audit or private advisory), whose intellectual curiosity and analytical mindset lend themselves to a bright future in this highly sought-after field.

About the team

The Forensic Accounting team brings together a diverse group of accomplished professionals from a range of backgrounds, offering different perspectives and skillsets and collaborating under an ethos of inclusion and belonging. Our Brisbane team primarily undertakes Dispute Advisory assignments.

Some of the exciting projects this team has recently worked on include :

• Assessment of loss and damage suffered for a Group of claimants as part of class action proceedings
• Valuation of a minority interest in a large Queensland-based manufacturer as part of Shareholder Oppression proceedings
• Assessment of economic loss in large insurance litigation claims
• Complex valuations for family law and estate disputes
• Dispute arising under a purchase and sale agreement for the sale of a chain of retail stores
• Review of transactions across several financial years to identify misreporting of transactions and alleged fraud

Key responsibilities

As part of our national Forensics team, you will have the opportunity to work across our offices on a diverse range of engagements, providing bespoke advice to clients on a variety of matters including business valuations, commercial loss and damage claims, losses arising from insured events and investigations.

• Review disparate financial information and identify critical financial elements to the dispute
• Identify documents that will assist in the determination of issues in dispute
• Liaise with clients and referrers in relation to obtaining information and communicating outcomes
• Detailed review and analysis of the financial performance of a business
• Research and analysis of a variety of business, industry and economic data and information
• Analysis and calculations as part of the valuation process
• Assist in the preparation of forensic accounting reports for use in Court settings

Skills and experience

The salary range for this role is $75,000 - $115,000 AUD per annum, inclusive of superannuation and commensurate with experience.

Required

• Experience in an accounting environment, with a solid understanding of accounting concepts and financial statements
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
• Analytical and critical thinking skills, having an open mind and strong attention to detail
• Well organised and developed time management skills, with the ability to adhere to strict deadlines and initiative to adapt to rapidly changing circumstances
• Strong IT literacy, including use of Microsoft Office suite (primarily Excel)

Desirable

• Qualification(s) and / or professional accreditation(s) in a relevant discipline such as Accounting, Commerce, or Finance, or other relevant professional or overseas qualification(s)
• Forensic accounting and / or valuation skills preferred, but not essential

If you are interested in this role but don’t feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.

Reach your remarkable

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first :

• Flexible working options available
• Support to undertake CA or other postgrad study
• Structured learning and development at all career levels
• Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts
• And many more!

Your application

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your application or if you have any questions about this role, please contact Sarah McGrory (), Talent Acquisition Business Partner.

As we provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications, we endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.

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