Forensic Accountant

Forensic Accountant

Location - Birmingham (2 days per week onsite)

Duration - Permanent/Full time

Salary - £70,000

We are seeking a skilled Forensic Accountant to support complex investigations into potential regulatory breaches and professional misconduct involving accountants, firms, and actuaries. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile cases that serve the public interest, often involving collaboration with external regulators and legal professionals.

You will contribute to a range of investigations, working with limited supervision on small to medium-sized cases and supporting senior colleagues on larger, more complex matters. Responsibilities include identifying lines of enquiry, sourcing and analysing large volumes of financial and documentary evidence and applying forensic techniques to assess findings. You will also undertake detailed reviews of financial data, using electronic review platforms where appropriate.

The role involves assisting with the preparation and conduct of interviews, engaging with technical experts to interpret accounting and auditing standards, and contributing to clear, objective investigation reports. You will be expected to exercise sound judgement in prioritising key issues and managing your workload across multiple cases.

In addition, you will support continuous improvement initiatives within the team and may contribute to wider projects across the organisation.

Key Skills & Experience

• Qualified accountant with experience in forensic investigations
• Strong analytical skills with experience handling complex financial data
• Ability to review and interpret large volumes of documentation
• Experience using electronic document review platforms
• Skilled in identifying key issues and lines of enquiry
• Experience supporting or conducting interviews with senior stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for non-technical audiences
• Understanding of audit and regulatory or disciplinary processes
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple cases
• High level of professionalism, resilience, and attention to detail

Please apply today to be considered

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.