Senior Director, Forensic Accounting and Advisory Services

FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting is the leading global consulting firm for organizations facing crises and transformations. We work with many leading international companies, law firms, banks, and private equity firms, who entrust us with their most important challenges. Whether it's resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risks, or optimizing performance, our teams respond quickly to complex situations to have a real and lasting impact.

At FTI Consulting, you will work alongside experts who are leaders in their field on large-scale, high-impact projects. From day one, you will be an integral part of a close-knit team where you can bring real value. You will thrive in an open and collaborative environment that values diversity, recognition, professional development, and most importantly, your journey.

Are you ready to make an impact?

In a period of strong development and growth, the Investigation & Compliance team in Europe has many professionals specialized in conducting investigations related to fraud and corruption issues and in the implementation of compliance programs. The Paris team is in a significant phase of development and offers magnificent opportunities to work on high-value subjects while actively participating in the growth of a dynamic team.

Our business consists notably of conducting internal investigations and inquiries into allegations of fraud, corruption, cyber, money laundering, anti-competitive practices, but also to support our clients in the implementation and evaluation of compliance programs (FCPA, UK BA, Sapin II, ISO 37001), the realization of due diligence compliance during M&A operations, the certification approach ISO or during interactions with authorities (French Anti-corruption Agency AFA).

We are looking for directors with solid financial skills, analytical abilities, extensive compliance expertise, and a critical mind to join our Paris team of investigation and compliance, which is in full growth. The position requires directors to work both on investigations related to financial crime and compliance projects. They are also tasked with supporting the growth of the segment by participating in commercial development activities.

• Supervise and manage daily missions, including interactions with clients, other team members, and other stakeholders of the case (such as lawyers).
• Conduct accounting and financial analyses, assist clients in conducting their complex investigations.
• Organize collected information to facilitate access and analysis.
• Perform research using dedicated tools and open-source information.
• Participate in the planning of different project stages.
• Participate in the conduct of interviews.
• Implement skills in accounting, finance, and analysis in various situations, such as the detailed examination of financial statements, accounting documents, and the application of GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Prepare detailed and concise working documents reflecting the formulated hypotheses, applied methodologies, and information sources used during the execution of all analysis works.
• Participate in the implementation of the pillars of Article 17 of the Sapin II law including the realization of corruption risk mapping, the writing or review of anti-corruption accounting procedures, code of conduct, training materials, and the implementation of third-party evaluation systems.
• Supervise the work of less experienced team members.
• Deliver high-quality deliverables within the stipulated deadlines.
• Write analysis reports and accounts justifying the work conducted and the results of the analyses.
• In addition to your project management responsibilities, you will take an active part in the development of our activities with our clients and prospects. This role will lead you to participate in our efforts for growth and development in France.

With a higher education background from top business schools, engineering schools, or specialized universities (Master CCA, DSCG), you are specialized in these subjects and ideally have several years of experience in Forensic, Audit, or Compliance. You are rigorous, pragmatic, and motivated, with in-depth expertise in accounting and finance, a good analytical and synthesis spirit, and a real openness to the international.

Finally, you like working in a team and have an appetite for team management. Fluency in French and English is indispensable, and proficiency in a third language would be appreciated.

• Extensive experience in conducting internal investigations and accounting inquiries
• Skills in assessing risks related to corruption, including with the Sapin II law, FCPA, and UKBA
• Knowledge of internal control processes, including accounting controls
• Strong skills in accounting and financial analysis, with ample knowledge of different accounting standards
• Advanced analytical abilities and skills in resolving disputes and complex problem-solving
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to interact…