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FTI Consulting

Global experts in crisis and transformation

Director – Forensic Accounting and Advisory - Accounting Advisory

Forensic AccountingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeParis, FranceNo salary listedHybrid

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree from a leading business school, engineering school, or specialized university program in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, such as Master CCA, DSCG, or equivalent.
  • Significant professional experience in accounting, auditing, compliance, investigations, or consulting services.
  • Substantial experience in accounting advisory and financial reporting engagements.
  • In-depth knowledge of IFRS, French accounting standards, and other local standards, including complex accounting treatments and financial statement analysis.
  • Good understanding of internal control environments and accounting control frameworks.
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex accounting and financial matters.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, including technical report writing and presentation preparation.
  • Ability to manage multiple engagements and interact effectively with demanding clients and stakeholders under strict deadlines.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and investigative tools, including advanced Excel skills.
  • Ability to work independently in dynamic, changing environments.
  • Flexibility and availability to travel in France and internationally as needed.
  • Full professional proficiency in French and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and manage the day-to-day execution of engagements, including interactions with clients, auditors, internal finance teams, and legal advisers.
  • Lead technical accounting analyses concerning complex accounting issues, financial reporting problems, accounting irregularities, fraud risks, disputes, and regulatory matters.
  • Assist clients with accounting assessments and financial analyses relating to accounting treatments, transaction reviews, and financial reporting matters.
  • Apply accounting expertise to review financial statements, accounting records, journal entries, and transaction data, and apply IFRS and local generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Conduct accounting research and draft clear, well-supported technical memoranda documenting conclusions, accounting positions, methodologies, and supporting evidence.
  • Assist clients with financial reporting issues arising from significant transactions, disputes, investigations, restructurings, or regulatory reviews.
  • Participate in financial investigations and accounting reviews to identify anomalies, inconsistencies, accounting inaccuracies, or indicators of misconduct.
  • Organize and structure financial and non-financial information to facilitate analysis, reporting, and efficient case management.
  • Participate in investigative interviews and fact-finding procedures in forensic and litigation engagements.
  • Conduct financial investigative research using specialist investigative tools, open-source intelligence, and data-analysis techniques.
  • Draft detailed and concise workpapers documenting assumptions, methodologies, analyses performed, and information sources used during engagements.
  • Evaluate internal control frameworks and help clients identify and remediate accounting and financial control deficiencies.
  • Prepare high-quality reports, technical accounting analyses, investigation summaries, and presentations for management, boards, legal advisers, and regulatory authorities.
  • Supervise, mentor, and support junior team members while promoting technical excellence, collaboration, and professional development.
  • Provide high-quality client service and contribute to business-development initiatives and the continued growth of the Forensic and Accounting Advisory team in France.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience advising clients on regulatory, litigation, or investigation matters.
  • Knowledge of SQL and Power BI.
  • Proficiency in additional languages.

About the Company

FTI Consulting

Global experts in crisis and transformation

FTI Consulting is a global professional services firm that provides advisory services for organizations facing crisis and transformation. It helps clients anticipate, illuminate, and overcome complex business challenges and seize opportunities through teams across 34 countries. Its work spans crisis management, transformation, investigations, risk, financial advisory, and strategic communications, delivered by a large, multidisciplinary group of experts. The company differentiates itself by its global footprint, deep expertise in navigating crises and large-scale change, and hands-on approach to working closely with clients to implement solutions. The goal is to help organizations navigate difficult events and transformational changes, improve resilience, and capitalize on opportunities.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Baltimore, MD
Founded
1982

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