Whitley Penn · 1 day ago
Litigation Support Services Senior Associate
Whitley Penn, a leading CPA and Consulting firm, is looking for a Litigation Support Services Senior Associate to join our team. The role involves providing litigation support services related to financial matters, particularly in family law, assisting attorneys and clients with complex financial issues related to marital property and divorce.
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Responsibilities
Assist with forensic accounting, litigation support and valuation engagements, primarily related to marital property and divorce-related financial issues, as well as other investigations and valuations that cover business and intangible asset valuations prepared for business planning, tax, financial reporting, and litigation-related purposes
Communicate with Directors on the directions of the case and assist in making strategic recommendations, exercising analytical skills for details and potential risks
Assist Directors in delivering complete reports, accompanied by relevant supporting documents, to the Managing Director for review
Prepare 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; work closely with the testifying expert in developing an outline for testimony and demonstrative exhibits for trial
Develop an internal and external circle of influence, participating in networking events, marketing events, and training
Effectively manage projects by setting internal objectives, delegating assignments, and ensuring objectives are met in a timely manner
Lead departmental training for analyst and fostering a learning environment of continuous improvement
Review the work of Associates and provide feedback for corrections and changes, if needed
Review formatting of schedules prepared (e.g. extra lines deleted, consolidation of information, etc.), spell check and foot and cross foot numerical totals for accurate financial information analysis. Ensure staff’s work is completed in timely manner
Assisting in recruiting, developing training material, and acting as an instructor in professional development programs
Qualification
Required
2+ years of progressive experience in accounting and/or finance, preferably in an accounting firm or other professional services environment
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
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
Preferred
An advanced degree in a related field or a CPA license is a plus
Benefits
Firm Paid Medical Insurance (Free Employee Only Coverage on 2 of 3 plans)
Voluntary Dental and Vision Insurance
17 Annual Firm holidays, including extended breaks around July 4th and year-end
20 days PTO
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
401(k) with Profit Sharing
Discretionary Bonus Program
Firm Paid Becker CPA Review Course & Reimbursement for Exam Fees
Health & Wellness Program
Pet Insurance
Company
Whitley Penn
Whitley Penn is a Texas-based full service public accounting firm.
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