Description

In the Economics, Damages and Forensic Accounting practice at BRG, we advise and provide our clients with analyses for forensic investigations, accounting, financial and economic analysis in disputes, and valuation of businesses. This position requires a highly motivated problem solver with strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and a desire to advance within the organization by furthering analytical skills and project management responsibilities. The work will be both qualitative or quantitative in nature, and projects range from industry and subject-matter research to data collection to the preparation of statistical, financial, and other forms of analysis.  

Job Responsibilities:  

• Develop and maintain electronic databases, spreadsheets and other files as dictated by project needs.
• Assist in the analysis of financial statements, general ledgers, tax returns, and other financial documents to carry out the objectives of the stated project(s).
• Assist in the preparation of expert witness reports by supporting analyses and opinions based on industry research, data analysis, and financial modeling.
• Perform detailed research and analysis, including the review of various dispute-related documents and accounting standards, then put the results into action (e.g., gather, review, and summarize literature and data from the public domain, specialized industry resources, or client, public and commercial databases).
• Analyze historical and projected financial information and develop financial and damage models, including discounted cash flows.
• Demonstrate creativity and efficient use of relevant software tools, analytical methods, and computer models to develop solutions.
• Organize and maintain case documents and folders, create electronic libraries for documents, and retrieve documents as necessary.
• Audit own work product and work product of others to assure quality.
• Participate in a team environment and work hard to meet client deadlines and quality expectations.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Participate in group practice meetings and travel as needed.

 Qualification(s):  

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in the area of accounting, finance, or a related field;
• Minimum two (2+) years of experience working for an accounting and/or consulting firm in an audit, forensics, or dispute & damages related capacity;
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or having record of working towards one will be important;
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial statements (e.g., GAAP, and the relationship between debits and credits and statement of cash flow, income statement, balance sheet, and trial balance);
• Proven capability with Excel in addition to other Microsoft Office products; and
• Foundational experience with relational database program(s) are desirable (e.g., MS SQL Server, MS Access, MySQL, Oracle), statistical analysis programs (e.g., SAS, SPSS, Stata, R, and Python.

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About BRG

Berkeley Research Group, LLC (BRG) is a global consulting firm that helps leading organizations advance in three key areas: disputes and investigations, corporate finance, and strategy and operations. Headquartered in California with over 40 offices around the world, we are an integrated group of experts, industry leaders, academics, data scientists, and professionals working beyond borders and disciplines. BRG strives to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is instinctive, not an initiative. We celebrate and value the diversity of our professionals and are dedicated to maintaining a truly inclusive work environment where all individuals feel respected and valued. We harness our collective expertise to deliver the inspired insights and practical strategies our clients need to stay ahead of what's next.

Berkeley Research Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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