Forensic Accounting Analyst
Location: Southfield, Michigan (Onsite)
Compensation: Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits
Join a Growing Forensic Accounting & Investigations Practice
Our Robert Half client is a successful, growing law firm with an outstanding reputation, collaborative culture, and long-tenured team. As the firm continues to expand its Forensics & Investigations Practice , they are seeking a Forensic Accounting Analyst to join a dynamic group of attorneys and financial professionals.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting or finance professional looking to move beyond traditional corporate accounting into financial investigations, litigation support, fiduciary engagements, receiverships, bankruptcy matters, and business consulting. Every engagement presents a unique challenge, offering continuous learning, professional growth, and meaningful client impact.
Position Summary
Reporting directly to the leader of the firm's Forensics & Investigations Practice, the Forensic Accounting Analyst will support complex financial investigations, litigation matters, forensic accounting engagements, and the financial management of companies operating under court-appointed receiverships.
Responsibilities
Analyze financial statements, accounting records, bank activity, and business transactions.
Conduct forensic accounting investigations and identify financial irregularities.
Prepare financial analyses, schedules, reports, and supporting documentation for litigation matters.
Assist with receivership engagements, including cash management, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
Evaluate profitability, cash flow, operational performance, and financial trends.
Develop advanced Excel models and analyze large, complex data sets.
Trace assets and reconstruct financial activity when necessary.
Support attorneys with financial discovery and document analysis.
Prepare reports for courts, lenders, creditors, and other stakeholders.
Evaluate internal controls and recommend operational improvements.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Join a successful, growing law firm investing in its forensic accounting practice.
Work directly with experienced attorneys and financial professionals on high-impact engagements.
Gain exposure to fraud investigations, litigation support, fiduciary services, receiverships, and complex financial disputes.
Outstanding culture built on collaboration, teamwork, and professional development.
Diverse, intellectually challenging work where no two days are the same.
Competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and long-term career growth.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
4+ years of progressive experience in accounting, audit, financial analysis, consulting, forensic accounting, restructuring, valuation, or public accounting.
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills.
Excellent analytical, investigative, written, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage highly confidential information with professionalism.
CPA, CFE, CFF, CFA, CVA, or similar certifications are a plus.
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