Forensic, Litigation and Valuation Services - Senior Associate
Updated: June 25
Houston
3737 Buffalo Speedway Ste 1600
79.4
14mi
Job Abstract
How We Work Whitley Penn has become one of the region's most distinguished and fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. We believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. We learn, innovate, and succeed by sharing knowledge, embracing diversity, and working together. We are all part of the same family and each person matters. We are more than ju... more details
How We Work
Whitley Penn has become one of the region’s most distinguished and fastest growing public accounting firms by providing exceptional service that reaches far beyond traditional accounting. We believe in working in collaborative teams with an emphasis on open-door policy and encouraging entrepreneurial thinking. We learn, innovate, and succeed by sharing knowledge, embracing diversity, and working together. We are all part of the same family and each person matters. We are more than just a job.
How Will You Make an Impact?
Assisting on calculating economic damages in different types of matters, such as litigation matters involving patent, trademark, and copy right infringement, theft of trade secrets, breach of contract, business valuation, solvency, fraud, business interruption, personal injury, wrongful death, and wrongful termination.
Communicating with associate directors, directors, and managing directors on the directions of the case and assisting in making strategic recommendations; exercising analytical skills for details and potential risks.
Assisting the associate directors and directors in delivering complete reports, accompanied by relevant supporting documents, to the managing director for review.
Preparing the testifying expert for client meetings, depositions, and trials; ensuring the file is well-organized and all work papers and important documents are put in a binder for a quick and easy review by the testifying expert.
Developing an internal and external circle of influence; participating in networking events, marketing events, and training.
Effectively managing projects by setting internal objectives, delegating assignments, and ensuring objectives are met in a timely manner.
Leading departmental training for analyst and fostering a learning environment of continuous improvement. Scheduling in house training, lunch and learns with analyst and all members of the team as a whole.
Reviewing the work of analyst or associate, sending back for corrections and changes, if needed, and providing feedback to the analyst or associate. Reviewing the formatting of any schedules prepared (e.g., extra lines deleted, consolidation of information, etc.); spell check, and foot/cross foot numerical totals for accurate financial information analysis.
How Will You Get Here?
Minimum of three years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance, preferably in an accounting firm or other professional services environment.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in accounting or finance.
A CPA license is preferred and/or other suitable professional credentials or designations as needed.
Broad background and knowledge in litigation support /expert services.
Proficiency in use of technology and accounting programs including MS Office.
Effective written and oral communication skills.
Project Management skills.
Desire skills to manage and lead teams.
Ethics and compliance.
Problem solving.
Financial standards, models, and tools.
Interest in continually learning and gaining knowledge.
Why Should You Apply?
Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
Whitley Penn is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to on age, race, creed, gender, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Whitley Penn is a participant in E-Verify please follow the link to review disclosure notifications: https://www.dropbox.com/s/olsr5xgsgxsntu3/E-Verify%20Notices.pdf?dl=0. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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