Principal​/Partner - Forensic Accounting & Litigation Support

Los Angeles, California (Hybrid) / Denver, Colorado (Hybrid) / San Jose, California (Hybrid) / Buffalo, New York (Hybrid)1 - Advisory – Litigation and Forensics Services /Regular Full-time /HybridGHJ is looking for a Principal/Partner
- Forensic Accounting & Litigation SupportWHY we get up in the morning

At GHJ we help our people and clients pursue their passions, build thriving businesses, and create a better future.

WHAT we believe

We believe that collaboration is the foundation for success. We work as a business advocate for our clients – providing personalized service and building long-term relationships to help position our clients for the future.

HOW we succeed

We are deeply committed to our core values of Bright Minds, Brave Hearts and Bold Actions and incorporate them into every aspect of our business. By living these values, we are able to meet our strategic objectives of Remaining Fiercely Independent (financial success), Meeting client demands/needs (client success), Reinforcing and expanding cultural distinction (people success).Summary of Role:

We are looking for a senior-level professional and/or team of professionals within a consulting firm or accounting practice who will generate and lead litigation support engagements, complex forensic investigations, advise clients on fraud risk mitigation and improvements to internal controls. The successful candidates will need to possess and demonstrate their ability to actively develop new business within the Forensic Services area, lead all aspects of client relationship development and management, oversee engagement teams and provide expert testimony in legal proceedings when needed.

The successful candidates will also be key business leaders in the forensic services industry, combining deep technical expertise with strong client-facing skills. The successful candidate will be involved in thought leadership opportunities, technology initiatives, as well as developing and mentoring staff. The opportunity provides for the successful candidate a path to partnership or direct admit to partner depending on qualifications and existing book of business.

What you’ll be doing :
Supervise engagements and special projects undertaken by the firm Oversee all aspects of the client engagement

Document and maintain all aspects of the work product

Demonstrate your proven ability to continually drive new business in forensic services and/or litigation support

Initiate business development activities and develop an internal and external circle of influence; participate in networking events, marketing events, and thought leadership activities.

Originate new client relationships and generate net-new revenue within forensic accounting and litigation support services

Contribute to the development and mentorship of team members through coaching, knowledge sharing, and participation in training initiatives

Assist in recruiting, develop training material, and act as an instructor in professional development programs

What skills & experience you’ll bring to us:

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or Economics.

CPA (preferred) or other applicable credentials.
15+ years of progressive experience in the Forensic Accounting and/or Litigation Support field

Demonstrated experience acquiring new clients and growing a book of business. Client references required.
Minimum generation of $750K in net new revenue annually (required) from year one Minimum engagement size $25K. Average engagement size $75K-$150K12+ years of supervisory experience, mentoring and counseling associates

Expertise and knowledge in any of the following service areas:
Family law & litigation

Commercial litigation support

Fraud & investigationsGHJ’s Forensic Services Practice assists attorneys including…