Manager - Forensics - Assurance

Despite the best efforts of internal controls and risk departments, corporate fraud continues to challenge businesses across the globe. From asset misappropriation to financial statement fraud, no company is immune. When facing potential acts of fraud, government regulatory inquiries, major litigation or transactional disputes, clients know that we have the forensic accounting experience they need, when they need it.

The opportunity

Our Forensic & Integrity Services practice advises corporations and their legal counsel on investigations, compliance needs as well as on economic damages arising from business disputes. We also help our clients measure, document, and prepare complex property damage and business interruption insurance claims. Our dynamic and talented group is currently seeking the right candidate for a career opportunity as a Manager professional.

Your key responsibilities

As our clients have unique needs, your role is dynamic and will change based on the type of engagement. You will be involved in various types of challenging mandates, including, among others:

• Fraud investigations
• Fraud risk assessments
• Elaboration / assessment of anti-fraud programs
• Financial damage quantification
• Insurance claims
• Forensic data analytics

You’ll be part of a team that works with our clients’ legal counsel, internal audit and compliance departments addressing complex issues and developing practical solutions that address operational challenges. You will use your technical and problem-solving skills to creatively analyse issues and assist our clients with next steps.  Key responsibilities will include:

• Work with clients, internal & external auditors, lawyers and regulatory authorities in sensitive and sometimes adversarial situations.
• Lead and manage forensic accounting engagements including client pre-acceptance procedures, proposals, planning and delivery.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of team members.
• Review or prepare working papers that document the procedures performed and evidence gathered.
• Prepare high quality forensic accounting reports.
• Prepare and deliver internal and external presentations.

Skills and attributes for success

We are looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• Ability to work with clients in sensitive, high profile and sometimes adversarial situations.
• Experience working on multiple forensic accounting engagements simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Ability to work accurately and master large volumes of detailed evidence.
• An enquiring, tenacious mind-set with a desire to “get to the bottom” of things.
• Consistent quality service to our clients.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop people through teamwork, integrity, and leadership.
• A strong desire to learn and continue expanding own skill set.
• Ease with and interest in technology.
• A strong interest in business development and networking.
• Willingness and ability to travel on engagements on occasion.

To qualify for the role, you must have

• A completed CPA designation
• Professional certification or designation in forensic accounting such as CFE, CFF or CBV (an asset)
• A minimum of 5 years within a professional services firm, including relevant experience in   forensic accounting
• Substantial knowledge of a wide variety of PC-based tools, including but not limited to spreadsheets and presentations (MS Excel & PowerPoint)

Diversity and Inclusion at EY 

Diversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.