Forensic Analyst

Job Requisition ID: 36940 

• Flexible work arrangements – work in a way that suits you best
• World-class learning and leadership programs for self-development
• Recognition culture to celebrate milestones

Are you looking for the next step in or to start out in your forensic accounting career? Do you have a passion for finding solutions, an enquiring mind and an eye for detail? Does the thought of working in a leading forensic accounting and analytics team excite you? If so, then this opportunity may be for you!

Deloitte Forensic is the pre-eminent forensic practice in Australia, and our team in Brisbane are market leaders. Through the process of forensic examination, data collection and analysis we provide insights to our clients to assist them in making informed decisions in sensitive and high-profile investigations and legal proceedings. Our growth in this area is creating opportunities for outstanding professionals with a hunger for success to advance their careers.

About the role

We are looking for an Analyst to join our Brisbane Forensic team to work with our clients in the provision of financial crime advisory, financial investigations, dispute consulting and independent forensic accounting expert work (including assessment of loss and damage, sale and purchase disputes and accounting irregularities), investigation of allegations of fraud and complex financial analysis.

The successful candidate will become a member of our Deloitte Forensic team and the role will involve:

• Delivering financial crime, forensic accounting and investigation services to our clients and their legal representatives, where appropriate
• Executing on complex financial matters in a team engaged to provide advice and reports of varying types, including expert witness reports for litigation purposes
• Working across a portfolio of varied assignments, including litigated matters (e.g. independent expert witness and expert determinations) and non-litigated matters (e.g. asset tracing, fraud or misconduct)
• Working in high performing teams that draw on different skills where appropriate, including forensic technology and data analytics.

What will your typical day look like?
You will participate in the delivery of a wide range of forensic services to clients across a variety of industries and sectors.
In this role, you will be exposed to:

• A large and diverse range of clients across a variety of industries
• Engagements which deliver the full range of forensic services including investigations, disputes, financial crime, forensic technology and analytical solutions
• Diverse work where there are many solutions to a problem and where the best solution for the client is always sought
• Designing tailor-made products and solutions for our clients 
• Unique engagements with ever-changing situations and data sets
• An energetic and dynamic environment, with approachable Partners within a flat structure
• Exceptional career development in a global business
• Deloitte forensic teams nationally and internationally.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you. A successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous work experience in professional services, commerce, or the public sector
• Previous work experience in forensic accounting, commercial disputes, audit and/or insolvency an advantage
• CA/CPA qualified, or otherwise have a desire to complete the CA qualification
• Advanced proficiency with relevant software (including the Microsoft Office suite of programs)
• Advanced Excel and report writing skills and a keen attention to detail
• Strong financial, analytical, conceptual thinking and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated practical commercial business acumen
• Proven and reliable project delivery skills
• A strong sense of professional curiosity and purpose
• A willingness to learn and be naturally enthusiastic and collaborative in teams.

Why Deloitte? 

At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work. We’re always learning, innovating and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction – whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.    

We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone’s perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong.

We prioritise flexibility and choice. At Deloitte, you get trust on Day 1. We know our people get their best work done when they’re in control of where and how they work, designing their work week around their client, team and personal commitments. 

We help you live and work well. To support your personal and professional life, we offer a range of perks and benefits, including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package.         

Next Steps 

Sound like the sort of role for you? Apply now, we’d love to hear from you!  

By applying for this job, you’ll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.