Business Advisory Director – Litigation Support, Forensics & Valuation

As a trusted advisor in the professional services industry,you know what matters most to clients : Big thinking with a personal focus.

Youalso know what matters most to your own success, including : career growth,work-life flexibility, leadership that cares about your ability to succeed, theopportunity to give and receive one-on-one coaching and mentoring, as well aslearning opportunities that inspire professional development.

Experience themall at Schneider Downs, where we’ve been providing accounting, tax, consulting,and wealth management services through our team of innovative thought leadersfor over 65 years.

Start building a career with people motivated to help yousucceed and enjoy more of what counts .

Schneider Downs is searching for a dynamic Business Advisory market practice leader to join our growing Consulting practice.

This individual will bring their diverse experience and proven track record of driving growth of Litigation Support, Forensics and Valuations services, and the ideal candidate will reside within the Columbus, Ohio market.

As our Columbus market practice leader,the Business Advisory Director Litigation Support, Forensics & Valuation will maintain relationships with a diverse client base in various industries and assist firm leadership in identifying new opportunities and assist in acquiring new relationships.

We work with a wide array of companies ranging from large multi-national public registrants to privately held organizations across various sectors.

Learn more about the Business Advisory practice here :

Schneider Downs has embraced the hybrid work model, so this role will have flexibility working from home, as well as in the office.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Develop and help execute a strategy to grow the firm’s litigation support, forensics and valuation service lines
• Utilize entrepreneurial skills to network and build strong relationships internally and externally with the goal of acquiring new clients and revenue for the firm
• Lead the delivery of forensic accounting, as well as financial and economic damages analyses
• Provide expert witness testimony in complex litigation and forensic accounting matters when needed
• Collaborate with clients, attorneys and other stakeholders to provide expert advice and insights on complex and unique financial issues, transactions and disputes
• Provide thought leadership by developing content, conducting webinars and public speaking on relevant topics
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and developments
• Manage client engagement staffing, billings and collections, and ensure client profitability targets are met
• Coach, motivate and develop team members, by providing feedback, mentoring and career development opportunities

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related field
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in litigation support services, including forensic accounting, financial analysis, expert testimony and consulting services
• Prior experience in providing expert testimony in Federal and State Court and / or Arbitration proceedings
• A combination of CPA, ABV, CFF, CFE and / or CFA credentials
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing teams of consultants and analysts
• Proven track record of success in business development and building a profitable practice
• Entrepreneurial mindset and the ability to grow a practice
• Ability to work collaboratively with our team of experts and build lasting relationships with clients and their attorneys
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders

WHERE CULTURE COUNTS

At Schneider Downs, our culture is our identity. And it’sour culture of care that makes us unique. Even as we grow, we work hard toretain this culture to continuously promote a positive, supportive workenvironment through our core values : Care, Integrity, Flexibility, Respect, andDrive.

ENJOY MORE OF THE THINGS THAT MATTER MOST

• Competitive compensation
• Insurance, including health, dental, and vision,that begin on day one
• 20+ days of paid time off and 13 paid holidays
• Flex Fridays and office closures for summer andwinter breaks
• Parental leave, family care leave, and volunteertime
• 401(k) plans and profit sharing
• CPA exam bonus, education assistance program, andpet insurance

ABOUT SCHNEIDER DOWNS

For over 65 years, Schneider Downs has provided audit, tax,consulting, and wealth management services through our team of innovativethought leaders committed to our approach of providing Big Thinking with aPersonal Focus.

Our client roster includes a diverse blend of well-establishednational and regional businesses both publicly and privately owned as well asnot-for-profits and exciting start-ups.

Regardless of industry or corporateprofile, our clients receive the highest level of responsiveness, pro-activity,and personal attention to their individual needs.

We call that commitment theSD Standard and it’s what makes us different.

A PLACE WHERE INCLUSIVITY COUNTS

Schneider Downs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

Webelieve a culture of care that celebrates diversity, equity, and inclusioncontributes to a better company, better client services, and a better world.

BUILD A CAREER WHERE YOUR NEEDS COUNT. APPLY NOW.

SchneiderDowns does not accept unsolicited referrals for vacancies, and any unsolicitedreferral will become the property of Schneider Downs.

Upon hire, no fee will beowed to the agency, person, or entity.

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