Forensic Accounting and Litigation Associate

CBIZ

Forensic Accounting Associate developing financial analyses and models for litigation purposes. Joining CBIZ in a hybrid environment to provide expert witness support in forensic accounting.

Posted 4/11/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $50,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Performance of preliminary valuation, forensic, and appraisal analyses, including the development of comparative adjusted financial statements and data input for expert witness exhibits
Gain an understanding of accounting framework, tax law, and audit methodologies and their applicability to the litigation environment
Develop knowledge of the relevant statutory and family codes and their applicability to accounting principles in the performance of forensic accounting
Participate in client assignments from beginning to end
Create forensic and economic models for the presentation of forensic conclusions
Execute complex technological procedures within industry-standard accounting systems
Identify and communicate case issues, findings, and improvement opportunities with senior associates, managers, and partners to resolve client issues discovered during engagements
Work with the discovery team to inventory and reconcile documents and data produced in preparation for submission to courts, attorneys, and clients
Assist in the preparation of exhibits and background information for expert witness testimony
Maintain and comply with the highest degree of professional standards, client confidentiality and personal conduct

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree required
Internship experience in accounting or related field preferred
Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
Proficient use of applicable technology
Must be able to travel based on client and business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

forensic accountingfinancial analysisappraisal analysiseconomic modelingdata inputaccounting frameworktax lawaudit methodologiesstatutory codesfamily codes

Soft Skills

communicationclient managementproblem-solvingteam collaborationattention to detailprofessionalismconfidentialityverbal communicationwritten communicationinterpersonal skills

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeCPA (Certified Public Accountant)CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst)CMA (Certified Management Accountant)CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner)CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)CVA (Certified Valuation Analyst)