Forensic Accountant & Data Analytics Specialist
 
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Sedgwick is a global leader in property insurance claims, offering solutions for commercial and residential markets. We specialize in large/complex losses, large domestic and international commercial risks, middle market commercial property losses, and real estate and catastrophic losses.
PRIMARY PURPOSE:
To perform forensic analysis of financial data with a focus on cases requiring data analytics capabilities. Cases will relate to various aspects of insurance claims including, but not limited to: business income loss, extra expense, stock/inventory loss, and personal injury wage loss.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs forensic research to trace funds and identify assets for recovery.
• Conducts forensic analysis of financial data, i.e., profit and loss statements, payroll records, invoices, etc.
• Identify opportunities for use of analytics-based tools to advance casework
• Assists with the preparation of forensic accounting calculations and evaluations.
• Prepares analytical data for litigation.
• Have an understanding of statistical methods for forecasting, sampling data, identifying trends and relationships and be able to apply these methods in forensic analysis.
• Generates ad-hoc reporting and analysis as directed.
• Establishes and manages workflow of files and calculations.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Supports the organization's quality program(s).
• Participate in continued education for data analytics, data management, and data visualization.
• Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred. CPA or CFE license is preferred.
Certificate from accredited college or university in data analytics
Experience
Five (5) years of public or forensic accounting experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
One year of experience applying data analytics to public or forensic accounting experience or equivalent formal education
Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of financial data analysis
• Knowledge of statistical modeling, forecasting methods, and machine learning methods
• Good oral and written communication skills
• PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
• Experience dashboarding and preparing visualizations with Tableau or equivalent program
• Intermediate to advanced statistical coding experience on R or Python
• Database management skills, including experience with Microsoft Access or equivalent program
• Analytical and interpretive skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental:
Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical:
Computer keyboarding, travel as required
Auditory/Visual:
Hearing, vision and talking
NOTE:
Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
 
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer
and a
Drug-Free Workplace