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Deputy Director of Forensic

City of London Permanent £119,866 - £119,866 per year View Job Description
The Deputy Director of Forensic Accounting will lead complex investigations and provide expert forensic accounting insights to support enforcement actions. This role is ideal for a professional with a strong background in forensic accounting.
  • Large, complex and high-profile investigations.
  • Provide expertise and support in the supervision and management of the team.

About Our Client

This regulator conducts investigations and takes enforcement action concerning breaches of ethical and audit standards. The team also undertakes professional disciplinary investigations and enforcement action in cases involving accountants, accountancy firms and actuaries.

Job Description

  • Deputising for and assisting the Director of Forensic Accounting
  • Providing oversight and expertise in large and complex investigations
  • Ensuring that all investigations result in the right forensic outcome within a reasonable timeframe
  • Contributing to the strategic direction of the Division's casework and effective implementation of that strategy
  • Leading and managing the largest, most sensitive, high profile and complex forensic investigations

The Successful Applicant

A successful candidate should have:

  • A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent)
  • Extensive experience and expertise in forensic investigation
  • Competence and credibility to lead a team of specialist accountants conducting investigations into senior professionals
  • Strong intellect and good judgement
  • Deep experience of effectively working collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams
  • Extensive expertise in planning and conducting technical interviews of senior individuals
  • Extensive expertise (written and oral) in communicating the results of complex financial investigations to a non-accounting audience
  • Ability to remain calm and act in a professional manner at all times
  • Significant experience and skill in staff supervision, coaching and development

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary of £119,866 per annum.
  • Opportunity to work on high-profile cases and make a meaningful impact in the accounting and finance industry.
  • Collaborative and professional working environment.
  • 30 days annual leave plus ability to buy extra leave.
  • Generous employer pension contribution of 10%.
  • Hybrid working.
  • A strong work/life balance ethos.



Contact
Colin Hawkins
Quote job ref
JN-062023-6079955
Phone number
+44 207 269 2249

Job summary

Job function
Audit & Advisory
Subsector
Forensic Accounting
Sector
Business Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Colin Hawkins
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2249
Job reference
JN-062023-6079955