About this role
Join our growing Forensics team We’re looking for a Forensics Assistant to join our specialist Forensic Accounting and Business Valuations team in Kent or London. 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. 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 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.