Forensic Accountant

Forensic Accountant - Forensic & Financial ClaimsLondonRobert Half is exclusively partnering with a highly regarded specialist professional services firm to recruit a Senior Accountant into their growing London team.This is a genuinely unique opportunity for a newly qualified ACA looking to move away from traditional audit and into a commercially focused, investigative role sitting at the intersection of accounting, insurance, legal services and complex financial disputes.Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of accountants and legal professionals, you will investigate, quantify and report on complex financial losses, supporting major insurance claims across a broad range of industries and jurisdictions.The OpportunityYou will be involved in high-profile assignments relating to:Financial crime and fraud investigationsCyber-related losses and business interruption claimsProfessional negligence mattersBanking, financial services and fiduciary-related disputesTrade credit and political risk claimsComplex financial loss quantification exercisesThis is a highly analytical and report-driven role, offering exposure to international assignments, senior stakeholders and intellectually challenging work from day one.Key ResponsibilitiesInvestigating complex financial loss and insurance claimsAnalysing financial information, business records and supporting evidencePreparing detailed written reports for insurers, legal teams and other stakeholdersQuantifying financial losses and supporting settlement negotiationsManaging claims from initial notification through to final resolutionLiaising with clients, insurers, lawyers and other professional advisersSupporting business development initiatives and client relationship managementAbout YouWe are keen to speak with ambitious individuals who combine strong technical accounting skills with exceptional written communication abilities.Requirements:ACA qualified (or recently qualified)Trained within accounting practice, ideally in AuditUp to 2 years' post-qualified experienceStrong academic background, ideally from a Russell Group or Red Brick universityDegree in a non-numerical discipline such as English, History, Law, Geography, Politics or a similar essay-based subjectOutstanding report writing and written communication skillsCommercial mindset and intellectual curiosityStrong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilitiesDesirable:Exposure to forensic accounting, investigations or disputes workInsurance sector experienceAdditional language skills, particularly SpanishExperience producing detailed technical or analytical reportsWhat's on OfferClear progression and fast-track career developmentExposure to complex, international assignmentsOpportunity to work alongside both accounting and legal specialistsDiverse and intellectually stimulating caseloadStrong mentoring and professional development supportCompetitive salary, bonus and benefits packageOpportunity for international travelThis role would particularly suit a newly qualified ACA who enjoys problem-solving, investigation, written analysis and stakeholder interaction, and is looking for an alternative career path outside of traditional finance roles.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.