Forensic Senior Accountant

At Kelly+Partners, we operate with one clear mission: "to help our people, Private Business Owners, and the communities we work in Be Better Off". We are committed to providing personal and professional growth opportunities to ensure all our team members are set up for a fulfilling and successful future.

About Kelly Partners

• Top 20 accounting firm in Australia
• Great Place to Work 3 years running
• Growing at over 30% per annum

Why Join Us?

In addition to working in an organization that is committed to offering the best services and opportunities to both our clients and our team, you will also have access to the following benefits:

• Opportunity to have equity ownership in a global Accounting Firm
• Diverse range of clients to grow your skills
• Interstate and international retreats and company events
• Modern, bright workplaces with state-of-the-art technology
• Awards and bonuses for top performers
• Paid time off benefits
• 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Health Insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Postgraduate study support
• Employee Assistance Program

The Opportunity

Join a growing global Accounting firm in our following offices:

• 3-4 days a week at Downtown Los Angeles Office
• 1-2 days a week at Woodland Hills Office

As a Forensic Senior Accountant, you will be a key player in enabling Kelly+Partners’ next phase of growth. The successful applicant will become an integral part of the broader team and will have at least 5+ years' experience in a public practice environment and 3+ years' experience in forensic accounting and litigation.

Position Responsibilities

• Coordinate and maintain records for the firm and firm’s clients.
• Managing multiple concurrent assignments.
• Prepare and execute work plans for forensic accounting investigations including fraud, lost profit, and damage investigations.
• Summarizes financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheets, profit and loss, cash flows, and other specialized statements.
• Performs and reviews forensic research to trace funds and identify assets and sources of funds.
• Conducts and reviews forensic analysis of financial data.
• Read, interpret, and summarize depositions, complaints, interrogatories, and other court-related filings.
• Analyze financial statements, damage models and other accounting and financial related documents.
• Draft reports memorializing findings and opinions.
• Prepares analytical data and demonstrative exhibits for litigation, business valuations, and forensic audits.
• Avoid legal challenges by complying with legal requirements and adhering to professional standards.
• Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
• Create and modify templates, systems, and protocols for streamlining case management.
• Update, maintain, and enforce office policies and procedures.
• Perform online research for firms and clients.
• Find and implement opportunities for process improvement in company forensics and consulting procedures.
• Supervise, train, develop, and direct staff inclusive of monitoring budgets on client engagements.
• Providing regular feedback and directions to staff ensuring workpapers are consistently formatted and appropriately named and organized.
• Monitor and review billable times and assist in preparing invoices.

About You 

• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
• 5+ years of professional experience
• 3+ years of experience in dedicated forensic accounting and litigation support
• Familiarity with the general commercial litigation process
• CPA licensure (completed)
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• A proactive approach to tasks with the ability to anticipate project needs and plan ahead for the needs of the client
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong skills and experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Additional certification (e.g CFE, ABV, CFF, MAFF or CMA) preferred