Senior Associate, Forensic Accounting – Litigation Support

Gursey | Schneider LLP

. Analyze financial records to ensure accurate transaction recording, account reconciliation, and asset assessments .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeCentury City • California • United StatesSenior💰 $85,000 - $115,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial analysis, including transaction recording, account reconciliation, and business valuations. Proficient in preparing court-related documents and providing support during legal proceedings, with strong communication skills and a solid foundation in accounting principles.

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CPA DesignationFinancial AnalysisBusiness ValuationsMicrosoft ExcelAudit Experience

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Hard Skills

Financial AnalysisAccount ReconciliationBusiness ValuationsTransaction RecordingPost-Separation TransactionsDeposition PreparationAsset AssessmentEquity CompensationBasic Accounting SkillsGross Cash Flow Analysis

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationOral CommunicationClient AssistanceProblem SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordRelevant Accounting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA DesignationCalifornia Certified Public Accountant

Industry Keywords

Financial RecordsSettlement ConferencesCourt ProceedingsDissolution CasesHybrid Work Arrangement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze financial records to ensure accurate transaction recording, account reconciliation, and asset assessments
Manage and identify discrepancies concerning settlements or support obligations
Trace separate property assets
Analyze gross cash flow available for child and spousal support and the marital standard of living
Conduct business valuations
Apportion real estate and equity compensation, including stock options, restricted stock units, and carried interest
Prepare various types of declarations for court proceedings
Account for post-separation transactions and analyze their impact on the community estate
Prepare deposition questions for financial and party witnesses and assist counsel during depositions
Assist partners in preparing for settlement conferences
Prepare work papers and exhibits for court hearings
Travel to court with partners to gain experience and learn about serving as potential testifying expert witnesses
Attend and participate in settlement conferences and assist clients in resolving dissolution cases

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or other business-related fields
CPA Designation
Licensed California Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
At least two to three years of recent audit, accounting, or tax experience at a top-100 public accounting firm
Exceptional abilities in both written and oral communication
Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and other relevant software
Basic accounting skills in debits and credits
Must be able to work in a hybrid arrangement in Century City, California

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical/dental/vision insurance
paid parental leave
generous PTO
profit sharing plan
401(k) match
overtime pay (can be paid out or banked for PTO)
annual ski/camping trip
black-tie holiday party
quarterly departmental mixers (travel stipend included)
paid continuing education
retirement savings
life and disability insurance
certification incentives
education assistance
referral program