Forensic Accounting Associate

Company Description About FRP

FRP is a leading national business advisory firm based in the UK. With over 900 team members, including more than 100 partners, we specialise in Corporate Finance, Debt Advisory, Forensic Services, Financial Advisory, Restructuring Advisory and Real Estate Advisory. Operating from 35 offices across the UK, Isle of Man and Cyprus, we are dedicated to helping clients navigate complex and difficult situations to create, preserve, and recover value.

Our approach is known for being honest, clear, and considered. We provide strategic solutions that cater to a broad range of businesses, from multinational organisations to small enterprises. Our commitment is to deliver expert advice and support, ensuring our clients can make informed decisions and achieve their goals. Job Description Role overview

You will join our Forensic Services team in Birmingham, supporting a wide range of forensic accounting and investigation assignments. This role offers the opportunity to develop your forensic skills, gain exposure to high-profile cases, and collaborate with colleagues from all lines of service, in particular with our Forensic Technology, Restructuring, and Contentious Insolvency teams.

Key Responsibilities

Performing forensic accounting and investigative analysis, and writing up results and findings

Reviewing and identifying relevant documents for investigations

Performing peer verification and quality control procedures

Assisting with report writing, preparation of appendices and exhibits

Participating in marketing and networking activities, including preparation of materials

Assisting with project administration including client take-on, WIP review and billing

Collaborating with colleagues in Forensic Technology, Restructuring and Contentious Insolvency teams

Adopting a flexible approach to working

Qualifications Minimum

Qualified accountant with minimum 2 years’ practical accounting and audit experience

Fluency in English with excellent written and oral communication skills

Professional, positive attitude and a self-starter

Flexible approach to working

Demonstrable interest in forensic accounting or litigation support

Essential

Analytical and inquisitive mind set

Proficient with Excel and Word

Attention to detail

Enthusiastic and a good sense of humour

Able to communicate effectively with all levels of the team

Comfortable in dealing directly with clients

Willingness to travel to other FRP or client locations as required

Desirable

Data analytics skills

Knowledge of insolvency proceedings and litigation

Familiarity with AI tools

Experience in use of Relativity One or other document review platforms

Additional Information Our Values

Straightforward: We provide clear, no-nonsense advice

Confident: Our guidance is backed by expertise and evidence

Pragmatic: We focus on practical solutions and tangible outcomes

Real: We are professional yet approachable, understanding the challenges our clients face

Our Commitment to You and the Environment

At FRP Advisory Group, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on building and maintaining meaningful, long-term relationships with all our stakeholders - including our employees, clients, and local communities - while also reducing our impact on the natural environment.

We are always striving to improve in all areas - whether it’s our people, our clients, our planet or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture for our people. We maintain an Equal Opportunities Policy, ensuring that recruitment and employment decisions are based solely on the skills and experience required for our professional services - regardless of ethnicity, race, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe every individual should have the opportunity to thrive.

Our learning and development programmes enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers. We aim to empower our team members to each achieve their potential.

We are committed to growing long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We are emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.