Forensic Accounting Senior Associate (Construction)

Responsibilities Reviewing construction contracts, financial statements, job cost reports, internal policies, and process maps to identify cost savings, process inefficiencies, and strategic initiatives Performing complex financial analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies across multiple sources of data and supporting documentation Analyzing compliance with various labor requirements, including those required on prevailing wage jobs that are reliant on federal funding and/or pertinent to tax credit incentives Assisting in matters involving fraud, waste, and abuse, including allegations of bribery, collusion, conflicts of interest, organized crime, and other scenarios posing legal or regulatory exposure to our clients Conducting targeted research on regulatory requirements including, but not limited to, IRS authoritative guidance, accounting standards codification, and AICPA practice aids to support defensible conclusions on complex engagement needs Communicating findings clearly and concisely to a variety of internal and external stakeholders Coordinating with multiple stakeholders and third parties to understand the construction project control environment and propose recommended controls to address identified gaps Running client engagements from start to finish, including planning, organizing, conducting, directing, and completing projects and services while managing projects to budget Maintaining active communication with clients to manage expectations, ensure satisfaction, and become a trusted business partner Working closely with engagement teams and managing and conducting forensic accounting procedures on multiple engagements concurrently Collaborating across Grant Thornton service lines and with international colleagues to integrate diverse expertise and deliver comprehensive, high-impact client solutions Managing, developing, training, and mentoring staff on projects and assessing performance for engagement and year‑end reviews Attending professional development, networking events, and training seminars regularly Adhering to the highest degree of professional standards and strict client confidentiality Other job duties as assigned Traveling as needed with expected travel between 10% and 25% Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, MIS, or related field required Minimum 2 years of related work experience in a similar consulting practice or function servicing real estate and/or construction clients at a national level required CPA, CFE, CMA, CFA, CCA, CIA, PMP, PMBOK or other industry related certifications preferred Preferred experience in management consulting, internal audit, regulatory compliance, and/or forensic engagements Proven capabilities in performing advisory services in the real estate and/or construction industries Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with a focus on robust Excel capabilities Knowledge of various federal and state construction labor regulations and requirements, including the Federal Davis‑Bacon Act Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail Ability to work on multiple engagements and competing priorities in a rapidly growing, fast‑paced, interactive, results‑based team environment Exceptional client service and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain outstanding client relationships Ability to work additional hours as needed and travel to various client sites, both domestic and international Benefits Benefits for internship positions: interns are eligible to participate in medical, dental and vision insurance programs, the employee assistance program, receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave, and are paid for firm holidays that fall within their internship period Benefits for seasonal employee positions: seasonal employees are eligible to participate in medical, dental and vision insurance programs, the employee assistance program, may be eligible to participate in the firm’s 401(k) savings plan and employee retirement plan in accordance with applicable plan terms and eligibility requirements, and receive a minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave Employees may be eligible for a discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance, subject to the terms, conditions and eligibility criteria of the applicable bonus plan or program; interns and seasonal employees are not eligible for bonus compensation Base salary range for this position is between $101,200 and $129,030 Policy of Grant Thornton to promote equal employment opportunities: All personnel decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital or civil union status, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, handicap, genetic predisposition or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. 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