What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensics & Litigation Manager position at PKF O'Connor Davies?
About PKF O’Connor Davies
PKF O’Connor Davies is a top-ranked accounting, tax, and advisory firm with offices across the U.S. and internationally through our PKF global network. For over a century, we have built our reputation on deep industry expertise, a personalized approach, and a commitment to delivering real value to our clients.
Our mission is to provide exceptional service while fostering long-term relationships built on trust and integrity. We serve a diverse client base across industries and sectors, helping organizations and individuals navigate complex challenges with confidence.
At PKF O’Connor Davies, culture is at the heart of who we are. We believe our team members are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth and success through mentorship, professional development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to foster a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued, innovation is encouraged, and team members can make an impact. We are also committed to supporting work–life balance, offering flexibility and resources to help our team members grow their careers while maintaining fulfilling personal lives.
If you are looking for a career where you can grow, contribute, and be part of a firm that values both excellence and community, PKF O’Connor Davies is the place for you!
Locations: Providence, RI or CT (Stamford, Shelton or Wethersfield)
Overview
PKF O’Connor Davies is seeking a Manager to lead efforts in our growing Litigation and Forensic accounting practice. The individual will be asked to serve as a key member, taking substantial responsibility in performing analytical and investigative services to major law firms, corporations, corporate counsel, and management of companies involved in complex litigation and dispute services. The individual will also take responsibility in performing analytical and investigative services to legal counsel, audit committees, government agencies, regulators, corporate boards, insurance companies, law enforcement, and management of companies involved in financial and fraud investigations.
Responsibilities
Actual compensation will be dependent upon the specific role, office location as well as the individual’s qualifications, experience, skills, and certifications.
At PKFOD, we value our team members and are committed to their success and well-being. As part of our comprehensive benefits and compensation package, we offer:
PKFOD is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
To all staffing agencies: PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory, LLP (“PKFOD”) will not be utilizing agencies to staff this position. Please do not forward resumes to PKFOD partners and/or employees at any of our locations regarding this position. Any recruiter who would like to partner with PKFOD on other positions must have an updated contractual agreement with PKFOD through the Director of Talent Acquisition. Please be reminded, PKFOD is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes will become the property of PKFOD.
PKF O’Connor Davies is a top-ranked accounting, tax, and advisory firm with offices across the U.S. and internationally through our PKF global network. For over a century, we have built our reputation on deep industry expertise, a personalized approach, and a commitment to delivering real value to our clients.
Our mission is to provide exceptional service while fostering long-term relationships built on trust and integrity. We serve a diverse client base across industries and sectors, helping organizations and individuals navigate complex challenges with confidence.
At PKF O’Connor Davies, culture is at the heart of who we are. We believe our team members are our greatest asset, and we invest in their growth and success through mentorship, professional development, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to foster a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are valued, innovation is encouraged, and team members can make an impact. We are also committed to supporting work–life balance, offering flexibility and resources to help our team members grow their careers while maintaining fulfilling personal lives.
If you are looking for a career where you can grow, contribute, and be part of a firm that values both excellence and community, PKF O’Connor Davies is the place for you!
Locations: Providence, RI or CT (Stamford, Shelton or Wethersfield)
Overview
PKF O’Connor Davies is seeking a Manager to lead efforts in our growing Litigation and Forensic accounting practice. The individual will be asked to serve as a key member, taking substantial responsibility in performing analytical and investigative services to major law firms, corporations, corporate counsel, and management of companies involved in complex litigation and dispute services. The individual will also take responsibility in performing analytical and investigative services to legal counsel, audit committees, government agencies, regulators, corporate boards, insurance companies, law enforcement, and management of companies involved in financial and fraud investigations.
Responsibilities
- Build, develop and manage a book of business to meet goals and objectives including generating work through referrals.
- Manage multiple engagements concurrently.
- Effectively manage client relationships to exceed client satisfaction.
- Lead dispute investigations.
- Conduct internal investigations of corporate clients at the Board level.
- Conduct and report damages calculations in complex litigation matters.
- Perform due diligence investigations.
- Manage staff to ensure accurate and timely financial models, analysis and research.
- Ensure analysis adequately supports conclusions reached.
- Provide guidance and mentoring to staff to help facilitate staff development.
- Determine and manage budgets and profitability.
- Lead engagements and client interactions.
- Attend depositions and court appearances.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics required.
- 6 years’ of progressive experience in public accounting or related experience required.
- CPA license required.
- ABV, CFA, ASA desired credentials.
- Extensive experience leading complex cases involving disputes and litigation support from a top tier consulting firm or regional / national accounting firm.
- Commercial mindset with a successful track record of winning new business and relationship management.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven success and track record in building, developing, growing and sustaining client relationships.
- Active participation in networking.
- Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
- Exercise the highest levels of leadership and mentorship and demonstrate the ability to motivate, develop and coach teams by supervising and training teams to create an atmosphere of trust; seeking diverse views to encourage improvement and innovation; and by providing timely, meaningful written and verbal feedback.
- Travel to various client locations and other PKFOD office locations may be required.
Actual compensation will be dependent upon the specific role, office location as well as the individual’s qualifications, experience, skills, and certifications.
At PKFOD, we value our team members and are committed to their success and well-being. As part of our comprehensive benefits and compensation package, we offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
- Basic Life, AD&D, and Voluntary Life Insurance
- 401(k) plan and Profit-Sharing program
- Flexible Spending & Health Saving accounts
- Employee Assistance, Wellness, and Work-life programs
- Commuter & Parking benefits programs
- Inclusive Parental Leave Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Firm Holidays
- Community & Volunteering programs
- Recognition & Rewards programs
- Training & Certification programs
- Discretionary Performance Bonus
- Eligibility for benefits is determined based on position, hours worked, and other criteria. Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.
PKFOD is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons in connection with hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation or other conditions of the employment relationship regardless of race, color, age, sex, marital status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, philosophy/religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, political affiliation or belief, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
To all staffing agencies: PKF O'Connor Davies Advisory, LLP (“PKFOD”) will not be utilizing agencies to staff this position. Please do not forward resumes to PKFOD partners and/or employees at any of our locations regarding this position. Any recruiter who would like to partner with PKFOD on other positions must have an updated contractual agreement with PKFOD through the Director of Talent Acquisition. Please be reminded, PKFOD is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. All unsolicited resumes will become the property of PKFOD.