Consultant, Forensic Accounting | Forensic and Litigation Consulting | Hong Kong

Who We Are    

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.   

At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you.    

Are you ready to make your impact?  

About Forensic and Litigation Consulting

We provide multidisciplinary investigative, data analysis, forensic accounting, governance & regulatory, corporate intelligence and construction solutions to the global business, legal and government community. As an independent consulting firm, we have unmatched capabilities and extensive experience supporting clients facing investigations, disputes and regulatory scrutiny, as well as providing insights and intelligence that help shape strategies.

Position Summary

Our risk investigation advisory practice undertakes a wide range of engagements, including complex fraud investigations; FCPA and financial investigations; business valuation, commercial disputes, litigation support and expert witness engagements.

As a Consultant, you will execute and complete client engagements, with responsibility for day-to-day activities. You will undertake investigations and complex accounting and financial analysis, prepare short reports. You will work directly with senior members of the team, and receive internal training, on-the-job coaching and mentoring. You will need to develop a strong knowledge of the legal process, especially with regard to litigation, fraud and compliance issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Reconstruct complex accounting records from incomplete information.

• Analyse and interpret large volumes of accounting records.

• Assess the reliability of accounting evidence.

• Perform investigative interviews and participating in client meetings.

• Review financial statements for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.

• Undertake company and industry analysis.

• Perform financial, ratio and comparable company analysis and financial and discounted cash flow modelling.

• Prepare draft expert reports and client reports and presentations, detailing project scope, methodology and findings.

• Develop project planning and management skills.

• Supervise the work of junior staff and provide coaching to junior team members.

• Interact with clients, including lawyers, in house counsel and senior accounting personnel.

• Undertake networking and marketing activities to develop professional contacts.

• Assist senior team members with new business development activities.

• Contribute to company initiatives and team development activities.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related disciplines.

• Hong Kong or internationally recognised professional accounting qualification.

• 1-4 years of professional accounting experience, including experience in financial investigations, litigation support and expert witness services, and/or business valuation.

• Proficiency in both written and spoken English required and written and spoken Mandarin preferred.

• Strong report writing skills.

• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.

• Detailed knowledge of accounting principles.

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office applications.

• Adaptability in a fast paced and dynamic working environment.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle and analyse complex financial information.

• Experience of leading small teams working on client site.

• Ability to work on multiple client matters at one time.

• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

• Ability to work with senior team members and the client in demanding, deadline-driven situations.

• Strong work ethic and integrity and high level of professionalism.

• Ability to travel when requested.

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