Forensic Accountant

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Full Time

Mid Level

Responsibilities:

Perform various forensic accounting/investigative roles, including modeling, reviewing books and records, interviews, and drafting client deliverables.
Complete forensic accounting reports.
Analyze financial and business records and financial transactions and data analytics to provide forensic accounting, internal controls/fraud risk assessments, and litigation support.
Help with internal controls and fraud risk assessments.
Participate in strategic planning sessions with project managers and forensic engineers regarding existing assignments.
Manage client expectations and deliverables under supervision.
Manage all forensic-accounting-related aspects of new and existing assignments, including supervising staff, reviewing and finalizing client deliverables, managing client expectations, and working within established time and budget restrictions.
Prepare, review, and negotiate terms and conditions of contracts.
Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with contracts.
Conduct forensic analysis of project documentation to understand the impact of delays.

Qualifications:

Arabic-English bilingual ability is strongly preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting or forensic accounting.
Experience in construction auditing/construction integrity required experience in the Middle East (especially KSA) is a plus.
5+ years of experience in some or all of the following areas: forensic accounting and auditing, financial fraud investigations, litigation support, US Foreign Corrupt Practice Act, Saudi Anti-Bribery Law, UK Bribery Act investigations, and internal controls/fraud risk assessments.
Advanced degree or MBA can supplement experience.
SOCPA qualification or eligibility preferred.
RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors) preferred.
CFE preferred.
Strong understanding of quantum mechanics and quantum computing principles preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for negotiating and explaining contract terms preferred.
Experience with contract law and regulatory requirements preferred.
Experience with schedule management tools such as Primavera.
Experience with project management information systems such as TUC, Procore, Unifier, and MS SharePoint.
Robust understanding of construction processes and scheduling software preferred.
Ability to analyze complex data and identify patterns preferred.
Meticulous attention to detail in examining project documentation preferred.
Strong problem-solving skills; ability to develop effective solutions for delays preferred.
Familiarity with accounting software and forensic accounting principles.
Experience drafting written reports and presenting to clients and large groups.
Demonstrated ability to make good judgments and display business acumen while dealing with business situations.
Ability to work well under pressure, adapt to unexpected events, set clear priorities, and multitask in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining high work quality.
Highly proficient in all manners of digital communication, social media, and computer skills, including advanced-level proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

This role is located onsite in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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