Job Description

A leading practice based in Cardiff undergoing continued and sustained positive expansion and growth. This growth has brought about a genuine need for a forensic professional to help take the firm forward. This Forensic Accountant role provides genuine prospects for long-term career progression, development, and Partner opportunities.

The key responsibilities for this Forensic Accountant position at a leading accountancy firm based in Cardiff are:

• Working on individual investigations/projects into misconduct/breaches of relevant requirements by fellow professional accountants, audit firms or actuaries.
• Determining the avenues of enquiry; using expertise to identify sources of evidence and requesting provision of documentation and information.
• Undertaking significant or complex areas of an investigation.
• Identifying and working with internal experts to clarify relevant accounting, audit, actuarial or professional standards.
• Using forensic skills to determine the approach to the review and analysis of all material obtained.
• Preparing and conducting disciplinary interviews with subject partners and external lawyers.
• Preparation of an objective report of investigation findings.
• Agreeing and meeting deadlines for investigation work.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Pension.
• An exciting and unique project-based role.
• Partnership opportunities.
• Well-established and supportive team.
• Parking.
• Great office location.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Qualified accountant with expertise in forensic investigation. Expertise in managing complex financial investigations involving high volumes of material. Significant expertise in investigating complex financial data. Skilled in planning and conducting technical interviews with senior individuals. Significant skill (written and oral) in communicating the results of an investigation to a non-accounting audience. Solid understanding of the requirements of a regulatory disciplinary process. Understanding of audit.