Kreston Reeves
Forensic and Valuation Junior
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Forensic and Valuation Junior
Department: Advisory
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Kent
Description
Join our growing Forensics team
We’re looking for a Forensics Assistant to join our specialist Forensic Accounting and Business Valuations team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to start their career in forensic accounting and valuations and gain hands-on experience across a varied portfolio of assignments. You’ll work closely with experienced members of the team, supporting financial analysis, investigations, valuations and the preparation of client reports.
Our Forensics team works on a diverse range of assignments, supporting solicitors, businesses, individuals and other organisations across both civil and criminal matters. You’ll have the opportunity to work with financial information and develop your ability to analyse, interpret and communicate complex financial data in a clear and meaningful way.
About the role
As a Forensics Assistant, you’ll play an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality forensic accounting assignments. You’ll work as part of the wider team to ensure assignments are delivered accurately, efficiently, within budget and in line with Kreston Reeves’ quality standards.
You’ll gain exposure to a range of work, including financial analysis, business valuations, investigations and Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) work, giving you the opportunity to build valuable technical and commercial skills. Kreston Reeves’ Forensics specialists work on matters including fraud investigations, loss of profits and earnings claims, commercial disputes, matrimonial matters and POCA confiscation work.
You will also support the team with administrative work including billing, maintaining sales opportunities, onboarding clients and drafting engagement letters.
What you'll be doing
Assignment & Workflow Management
- Support the delivery of forensic accounting and valuation assignments across the service line.
- Analyse financial statements, management accounts and other financial information to support client assignments.
- Analyse bank statements and other financial records for use in investigations and POCA work.
- Assist with the preparation of forensic reports, schedules and supporting documentation.
- Prepare client onboarding documentation and ensure relevant information is complete and accurate.
- Manage your workload effectively, ensuring assignments are completed within agreed timescales and budgets.
- Follow Kreston Reeves’ service line procedures and quality standards, escalating issues to the appropriate Manager where required.
- Assist with departmental billing and maintaining the team’s sales pipeline
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Client & Stakeholder Relationships
- Act as a point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders on elements of assigned work.
- Liaise with colleagues across Kreston Reeves to obtain relevant financial and client information.
- Build positive working relationships with colleagues and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
- Support Managers and senior team members in delivering a high-quality client experience.
What we're looking for
We’re looking for someone who is curious, analytical and keen to develop a career in forensic accounting. You’ll enjoy working with financial information, investigating the detail and understanding the story behind the numbers.
You’ll ideally have:
- An accounting or finance background (either via experience or studies), with a good understanding of financial statements.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills, with good attention to detail.
- The ability to investigate information, identify inconsistencies and draw logical conclusions.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong Microsoft office skills including Excel.
- The ability to organise your workload and work to deadlines.
- A professional and confidential approach when dealing with sensitive client information.
- A willingness to learn and develop specialist forensic accounting knowledge.
- The ability to work collaboratively while also taking ownership of your own responsibilities.
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What we can offer
Financial wellbeing
- Competitive salary
- Contributory pension scheme
- Life Assurance
- Health Cash Plan
- Income Protection Scheme
- Perks at Work discounts and rewards
Leave
- 20.5 days plus bank holidays, holiday buying
Mental wellbeing
- Hybrid working (3 days in the office/2 from home)
- Flexible working policies
- Employee Assistance Programme and counselling
Physical wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Annual flu jab
Recognition
- Monthly nominations for financial awards based on culture and values
Development
- Continuous support and development with clear mapped progression routes across the business
- Access to internal and external training courses
Diversity, inclusion and belonging
- Operates several family-friendly policies and takes proactive steps to create an inclusive environment
ESG
- Give as you earn, 1 extra day off each year to take up volunteering opportunities
- Opportunities to support charitable causes
Travel
- Cycle to work scheme
- Interest-free season ticket loan (London only)
- Interest-free car/motorbike loan
At Kreston Reeves, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. We understand that everyone has unique needs, and we strive to accommodate them through reasonable adjustments. Whether it's adapting work environments, providing assistive technologies, or modifying processes, we are dedicated to supporting our employees in realising their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in our recruitment process or thrive in your role, please don't hesitate to reach out by emailing recruitment@krestonreeves.com. Please remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request. Your success is important to us, and we're here to ensure a supportive and inclusive experience for all.
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