Managing Director, Complex Accounting – Litigation Expertise

J.S. Held LLC

Managing Director for Complex Accounting & Litigation at J.S. Held, a global consulting firm.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $300,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Forensic Accounting, Litigation Consulting, and Regulatory Inquiries, with a strong focus on client service and business development. Proven leadership in mentoring teams and managing complex engagements in the financial services and insurance sectors.

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Forensic AccountingLitigation ConsultingCertified Public AccountantBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

AuditingRegulatory InquiriesExpert Witness ServicesComplex InvestigationsFinancial Analysis

Soft Skills

Exceptional Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam LeadershipCollaborationHigh-Performance Culture

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Public AccountantCertified Fraud ExaminerCertified in Financial Forensics

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesInsuranceRegulatory StandardsQuality AssuranceClient Service

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, mentor, and grow junior team members on client work and business development.
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on quality, innovation, and client service.
Oversee and execute engagements in a wide array of disciplines including complex investigations involving regulatory inquiries, forensic accounting, litigation consulting and expert witness services.
Serve as a senior point of contact for clients, ensuring exceptional service delivery and strategic insight.
Expand your book of business and contribute to the growth of the Complex Accounting & Litigation practice.

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of relevant experience in auditing, CFO, regulatory or standard setting, forensic accounting, litigation consulting, and expert witness services roles.
Certified Public Accountant or equivalent.
Proven experience in delivering high quality services and managing a team.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Demonstrated success in business development and client relationship management is preferred.
Significant experience in the financial services and insurance industries is preferred.
Prior audit experience is preferred.
Additional relevant certifications including CFE, CFF, among others are preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible Work Environment
Flexible Time Off policy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k Match
Commuter Benefit