Who We Are Elliott Davis pairs forward-thinking tax, assurance and consulting services with industry-leading workplace culture. Our nine offices - located in the fastest growing cities in the US - are built on a foundation of inclusivity, collaboration, and collective growth. We work daily to provide exceptional service to our people, customers, and our communities.
Our Forensic Valuation and Ligation Support team is looking for a Director in the Charlotte, NC office. This person's primary focus will be litigation support (including valuation in litigation). The person should have at least nine years of experience in litigation support engagements including economic damages, lost profits, wrongful termination, infringement damages, valuation, and expert witness services.
What You'll Do
Lead forensic accounting and commercial litigation support engagements.
Takes the lead role in working with attorneys and their clients in quantifying damages, assists the litigation team with determining the financial information needed, and manages multiple engagements.
Participate in developing business from existing and prospective clients by expanding relationships.
Participate in marketing and business development efforts, including webinars, presentations, and events.
Act as a key point of contact with clients.
Handle billing and other project management tasks.
Coaching, advising, and directing team members in managing and meeting client expectations.
Prepare and/or oversee the development of economic damages models and reports to ensure analysis adequately supports conclusions reached.
Participate in deposition and trial settings, including assisting with preparations leading up to depositions and trials.
Demonstrate an understanding of forensic and litigation support standards and methodologies.
Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality.
What You'll Need
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
9+ years of related experience (with an emphasis of calculating damages for complex commercial litigation)
One or more certifications (or work towards certification): CPA, CFF, ABV, ASA, CVA, MFAA
Commercial litigation testifying experience preferred, or previously engaged as an expert witness
Strong financial analysis skills
Strong interpersonal skills and active participation in networking
Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple projects
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US We believe that when our employees are able to thrive in all facets of life, their work and impact are that much greater.
That's Right - All Aspects Of Life, Not Just Your Life As An Employee, Because We Understand That There's Life Beyond Your Job. Here Are Some Of The Ways Our Work Works For Your Life, Your Growth, And Your Well-being
generous time away and paid firm holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's
flexible work schedules
16 weeks of paid maternity and adoption leave, 8 weeks of paid parental leave, 4 weeks of paid and caregiver leave (once eligible)
first-class health and wellness benefits, including wellness coaching and mental health counseling
one-on-one professional coaching
Leadership and career development programs
access to Beyond: a one-of-a kind program with experiences that help you expand your life, personally and professionally
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Ada Requirements The physical and cognitive/mental requirements and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is:
Regularly required to remain in a stationary position; use hands repetitively to operate standard office equipment; and to talk or hear, both in person and by telephone
Required to have specific vision abilities which include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Cognitive/Mental Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:
Use written and oral communication skills.
Read and interpret data, information, and documents.
Observe and interpret situations.
Work under deadlines with frequent interruptions; and
Interact with internal and external customers and others in the course of work.