Senior Associate Consultant blending accounting expertise with data analytics at HKA. Supporting forensic accounting and investigations in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
Join HKA’s Forensic Accounting team as a Senior Associate Consultant—blend accounting expertise with data analytics to support complex disputes and investigations.
Support Senior team members and Expert Consultants by conducting research, building financial and economic models, performing detailed analyses, and contributing to high‑quality reports.
Conduct and synthesize quantitative and qualitative research to support case analyses.
Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders, maintaining consistent and professional communication.
Contribute to drafting and production of Expert reports, presentations, and supporting documentation.
Build and maintain complex financial and economic models using spreadsheets, databases, and analytical tools.
Communicate findings in a clear, concise, and professional manner, tailored to audiences with varying degrees of technical expertise.
Manage multiple workstreams, deadlines, and priorities using strong problem‑solving skills, creativity, and independent initiative—while embracing a culture where asking for help is encouraged and expected.
Foster strong internal and external relationships while maintaining the confidentiality inherent in client engagements.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (highly preferred) OR in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related analytical field, with accounting coursework or training.
2+ years of professional experience in one or more of the following: Analysis and calculation of damages in commercial disputes, Insurance claim evaluations, Assessing delays, disruptions, or cost impacts related to unforeseen events, Forensic accounting or investigative services.
Managing multiple competing priorities in a deadline‑driven environment.
Strong foundation in data analytics; experience with SQL, Python, R, or other analytical tools is preferred.
Ability to review, interpret, and summarize financial and non‑financial documents for internal use.
Must reside in or be willing to relocate to the Greater Philadelphia area.
Preferred CPA license or active CPA candidacy.
Technical exposure to data science, AI/ML concepts, automation, or advanced data modeling.
Experience handling large structured or unstructured datasets.
Benefits
A strong collaborative culture with a mutual pursuit of your success alongside the success of our teams.
The opportunity to solve problems creatively, contribute to our innovative direction, and be valued as an individual.
The ability to leverage HKA’s strong network and presence in various industries and reputation for exceptional expert witnesses to accelerate career development and connections.
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