Associate - Forensic Accounting & Claims Consulting - Socotec

About SOCOTEC:

SOCOTEC Advisory is a subsidiary of SOCOTEC USA, an industry leader in dispute resolution, project advisory, building envelope design, structural failure analysis and energy efficiency consulting services. As a business within the Socotec portfolio, Socotec Advisory is equipped to provide an enhanced scope of solutions to our client base in terms of project types, risks and technologies. 

SOCOTEC Advisory concentrates in two primary areas of expertise – Dispute Resolution and Project Advisory Services. While this focus remains at our core, we are strengthened through our affiliation with our partner companies that also practice in all areas of construction.  It is through these relationships that SOCOTEC can collaborate with over 350 technical experts to position ourselves as a trusted advisor. We consistently provide thorough, independent and cost-effective project evaluations that clients rely on to manage risks and to avoid and equitably resolve disputes. SOCOTEC's Dispute Resolution practice provides expert opinion, reports and testimony in support of schedule and damages claims for owners, contractors, surety and insurance providers. SOCOTEC's Project Advisory practice provides assistance to clients with the on-going management of large, complex construction projects.

SOCOTEC Advisory consists of professionals with degrees in the fields of accounting, finance, construction, and engineering with a diverse and complementary set of skills to offer our clients. Socotec Advisory focuses on supporting counsel and their clients in the resolution of disputes and other business problems, including commercial matters, construction claims, surety related issues, and government contracts.

SOCOTEC Advisory provides an experienced team of experts committed to serving clients on a full-time basis. The firm’s professionals are skilled in financial analysis, and economic and engineering fact-finding. They are experienced in working with counsel and clients in discovery, negotiation, trial, arbitration, and appeals. The Socotec team includes a mix of Certified Public Accountants*, financial analysts, construction and engineering professionals, and information management experts. Our professionals have the communication and analytical skills required to effectively work with legal counsel and senior management, as well as technical, operational, and administrative personnel. SOCOTEC professionals are dedicated to timely, high quality, and cost effective service in both large and small matters. Our senior professionals have provided expert testimony in federal and state courts, bankruptcy courts, international and domestic arbitrations, regulatory proceedings, and before special administrative boards.

*SOCOTEC Advisory employs professionals with degrees in the fields of accounting, finance, construction, and engineering with a diverse and complementary set of skills; however, SOCOTEC Advisory is not a CPA firm.

SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®.

Entry Level Associate responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Apply accounting, financial, and analytical skills to various client situations and practice disciplines, such as detailed reviews of financial statements and underlying accounting records.
• Perform research utilizing online tools and publicly available information.
• Compile and organize information to facilitate effective data access and analysis.
• Develop computer models including detailed and potentially complex spreadsheet analyses.
• Perform quality control review and proper documentation of work product.
• Assist in preparing reports and schedules.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager.

Associates at SOCOTEC Advisory, LLC perform financial cost analyses, computer modeling, damage analysis, and fact-finding related to dispute resolution. Candidates for the full-time position must be highly motivated individuals and possess the following minimum requirements:

• Efficient and creative problem solving skills.
• Ability to generate quality work product in a timely manner.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Intermediate level computer skills, including working knowledge of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Intermediate level research skills, including the use of the Internet and other information sources available.

Must have accredited degree in one of the following concentrations: 

Accounting, Finance, Mechanical, Civil, Architectural Engineering, or Construction Science

For more information, please visit www.socotec.us

Job Type: Full-Time

Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

SOCOTEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.