.HKA is one of the world's leading consultancies of choice for multi-disciplinary expert and specialist services in dispute resolution within, among others, the capital projects and infrastructure sector. We also advise clients on the economic and financial impact of commercial and investment treaty disputes and in forensic accounting matters. The success of our Forensic Accounting & Commercial Damages (FACD) practice and our vision for the future has seen the practice grow from strength to strength.We are looking to further that success with the continued growth of FACD within our EMEA region with roles available in our Madrid office. As part of the HKA team you can expect:The opportunity to be an integral part of our Madrid office and its success.A strong collaborative culture focused on growing the FACD practice globally and our team together. We work closely with colleagues from around the world.The opportunity to work on some of the world's largest and most complex commercial and investment treaty arbitrations.Challenging valuation and damages assessment engagements from all around the world.Mentoring and strong personal development through working alongside Who's Who Legal recognised leading expert witnesses in International Arbitration.The Opportunity: Are you a qualified accountant (e.G., ACA, CNCC, ACCA...) CFA or an economist, with at least four years' experience in dispute support, forensic accounting or valuation? An audit and/or transaction services background is also a plus. If you are looking to further specialise in the areas you have enjoyed along the way, pick up new skills and move into something new that plays to your strengths, come and talk to us. We can offer you an opportunity to start a new chapter in your career that uses your existing ability to interpret accounts, value businesses and/or analyse macro and micro economic impacts and above all, offers you rewarding new challenges.You will be responsible for:Performing financial, accounting and economic analyses, and directing and reviewing the analyses of junior members of staff.Performing business valuations, including using and reviewing the use of relevant software tools for research and data analysis.Communicating results and explaining work products as appropriate to the partner and clients.Drafting sections of expert reports.Managing some interactions with clients.Performing business development activities and attending networking events.Delivering training and developing colleagues.Requirements: Ideally you will possess the following skills and experience:Graduate or post-graduate degrees in a quantitative subject such as accounting, finance, economics, or business/management.Either a Qualified Accountant, valuation professional, or a post-graduate economist with at least 4 years in Forensic Accounting or Contentious Valuations and proven track record in disputes, or a minimum of 6 years in transaction services or business valuation roles
