Forensic Accounting Associate

Role overview You will join our Forensic Services team in Birmingham, supporting a wide range of forensic accounting and investigation assignments. This role offers the opportunity to develop your forensic skills, gain exposure to high-profile cases, and collaborate with colleagues from all lines of service, in particular with our Forensic Technology, Restructuring, and Contentious Insolvency teams. Key Responsibilities - Performing forensic accounting and investigative analysis, and writing up results and findings - Reviewing and identifying relevant documents for investigations - Performing peer verification and quality control procedures - Assisting with report writing, preparation of appendices and exhibits - Participating in marketing and networking activities, including preparation of materials - Assisting with project administration including client take-on, WIP review and billing - Collaborating with colleagues in Forensic Technology, Restructuring and Contentious Insolvency teams - Adopting a flexible approach to working Minimum - Qualified accountant with minimum 2 years’ practical accounting and audit experience - Fluency in English with excellent written and oral communication skills - Professional, positive attitude and a self-starter - Flexible approach to working - Demonstrable interest in forensic accounting or litigation support Essential - Analytical and inquisitive mind set - Proficient with Excel and Word - Attention to detail - Enthusiastic and a good sense of humour - Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the team - Comfortable in dealing directly with clients - Willingness to travel to other FRP or client locations as required Desirable - Data analytics skills - Knowledge of insolvency proceedings and litigation - Familiarity with AI tools - Experience in use of Relativity One or other document review platforms