Stout
Associate, Forensics and Compliance
Chicago, IL, United States of America
Sponsorship not specified$74k-$135kDetected 51 days ago
PythonSQLData AnalysisData VisualizationFinancial ModelingAccountingExcelSASSTATAResearchLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingCritical ThinkingMentoringPublic SpeakingOrganizational Skills
About the role
- Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators.
- Sound like a place you can grow and succeed?
- Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.
Responsibilities
- Support engagement leaders and senior team members in executing project workplans, analytical tasks, and client deliverables.
- Perform financial modeling and quantitative analysis to support economic damages calculations and other litigation-related analyses.
- Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and analyze structured datasets used in case analyses and modeling.
- Support consulting engagements involving commercial disputes, investigations, and Department of Justice (DOJ) matters, working alongside senior consultants and testifying experts to deliver rigorous analytical insights.
- Perform financial analyses, economic damages calculations, and financial modeling in support of litigation and dispute engagements.
- Collaborate effectively with engagement leaders and team members in a fast-paced consulting environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related discipline.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including strong financial modeling and data analysis capabilities.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate financial statements, accounting records, tax returns, and other financial documentation.
- Ability to work in fast-paced litigation environments with evolving analytical requirements and deadlines tied to court proceedings.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex analytical findings.
- Ability to support Department of Justice (DOJ) matters, including obtaining the appropriate level of clearance if required.
- 2-4+ years of relevant professional experience in accounting, finance, economics, litigation consulting, forensic accounting, fraud investigation, healthcare analytics, or public accounting.
- candidates actively pursuing certification are encouraged to apply.
- How You'll Thrive
- Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Approach complex analytical challenges with curiosity, critical thinking, and a problem-solving mindset.
Nice to have
- Experience performing complex data analyses using Structured Query Language (SQL) is required
- familiarity with Python, SAS, Stata, or R is a plus.
- CPA, CFE, or other relevant professional designation is preferred
Compensation
- At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.
Benefits
- Conduct advanced analysis of large datasets, including healthcare claims data, financial records, and transactional information.
- Contribute to data-driven insights across industries, with a particular focus on healthcare-related disputes and investigations.
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