Staff Accountant
United States
Full-time
Remote
1 month ago
About the role
Summary
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to support insurance claims evaluations and litigation matters. This role involves analyzing financial data, assisting in the quantification of economic damages, and supporting forensic investigations across a variety of industries.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytically strong, and eager to grow their expertise in forensic accounting, insurance claims, and financial investigations within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Role & Responsibilities
Qualifications
Who We Are
YA is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation.
We Offer
Fraudulent Recruitment Alert
Please be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment attempts. YA will never ask for personal financial information (such as bank account numbers or identification numbers) via social media or chat-based apps. We also will not request money for the purchase of business equipment or conduct interviews solely via text message.
All official email communications regarding your application will come from [email protected] or directly from a member of our talent team using an @yagroup.com domain name.
If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us directly at [email protected].
We are seeking a Staff Accountant to support insurance claims evaluations and litigation matters. This role involves analyzing financial data, assisting in the quantification of economic damages, and supporting forensic investigations across a variety of industries.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytically strong, and eager to grow their expertise in forensic accounting, insurance claims, and financial investigations within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Role & Responsibilities
- Assist in forensic accounting investigations related to insurance claims, litigation matters, fraud allegations, and financial disputes.
- Analyze financial records, including profit/loss statements, revenue and expense data, and other supporting documentation.
- Support the quantification of economic damages, including business interruption losses, extra expenses, and other insured or litigated exposures.
- Prepare financial analyses, models, and supporting documentation for use in client deliverables and reports.
- Conduct industry, market, and economic research to support financial conclusions and loss assessments.
- Collaborate with senior team members to develop findings and ensure accuracy and completeness of work.
- Assist in preparing reports, exhibits, and documentation for client and litigation purposes.
- Maintain organized, accurate, and audit-ready workpapers in accordance with firm standards.
- Manage multiple assignments and deadlines while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in forensic accounting and insurance claims.
Qualifications
- 2–5 years of experience in accounting, audit, consulting, or a related field.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field.
- CPA (or actively pursuing CPA) preferred.
- Experience analyzing financial statements and working with financial data.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong data analysis skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with high attention to detail.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both independently and as part of a team.
- Strong organizational skills and a proactive, self-starter mindset.
- Other relevant insurance forensic or litigation-focused certifications, preferred.
- Exposure to forensic accounting, insurance claims, litigation support, or financial investigations, preferred.
- Experience with business interruption calculations or economic damage analysis, preferred.
Who We Are
YA is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation.
We Offer
- Employee-focused culture
- Strong commitment to work-life balance
- 100% Remote work
- Flexible vacation
- Paid family care/sick leave
- Parental leave
- Comprehensive benefits
- 401k w/match
Fraudulent Recruitment Alert
Please be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment attempts. YA will never ask for personal financial information (such as bank account numbers or identification numbers) via social media or chat-based apps. We also will not request money for the purchase of business equipment or conduct interviews solely via text message.
All official email communications regarding your application will come from [email protected] or directly from a member of our talent team using an @yagroup.com domain name.
If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us directly at [email protected].
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