Senior Consultant, Forensic Accounting and Claims Services

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Forensic Accounting and Claims Services team (FACS) at Marsh. This role will be based in Auckland. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

Senior Consultant, Forensic Accounting and Claims Services

An outstanding opportunity has become available for a Senior Consultant within our Forensic Accounting and Claims Services (FACS) team. The FACS team is a key business unit within the Risk Consulting practice - a specialised practice devoted to providing expert Insurance related Accounting and Analytical services. The Senior Consultant is the Engagement Leader and leads the engagement planning and delivery including risk areas, policy coverage, work plan, resourcing and client reporting.

We are recognised as global leaders in our field of pre-loss consulting and post-event claims preparation, in the areas of Material Damage, Business Interruption, Product Recall and Cyber.

This position is for a professional who works independently and as part of a team to analyse financial data and build financial models that capture and quantify financial exposures. This position partners with our practice Principals to manage a variety of Forensic Accounting projects and provides guidance to the consultants and analysts within the team to ensure the effective communication of financial data to key stakeholders. Furthermore, the role helps to provide expert technical and strategic advice to assist our clients in mitigating their risk exposures.

We will count on you to:

• Interpret financial information, analyse and quantify financial loss exposures to the client's business. You will have experience in financial modelling and trend analysis.
• Develop an understanding of insurance policies and help to provide solutions to client risk management needs.
• Prepare, negotiate and settle insurance claims.
• Act as Project Manager on selected client projects and/or support the Project Manager in the co-ordination and management of consultants/analysts.
• Prepare project proposals, plans and reports to ensure the project is delivered according to the project plan.
• Drive the development of effective written client communication materials - reports, slides decks & client emails.
• Identify and address key technical aspects in the work plan and ensure the team's skills meet the demands of the engagement.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, insurers and the internal Marsh team.
• Actively seek opportunities to identify, develop and generate new and expanded business opportunities in consultation with relevant stakeholders.
• Deliver work within established budgets, timeframes and deadlines.
• Manage company practices and procedures for timekeeping, expense management, reporting, billing and debtors.

What you need to have: 

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business, or equivalent.
• Qualification as either a CA or CPA.
• Minimum 6 years post qualification experience (within Insurance, Forensic, Audit, Middle Market or Insolvency) with experience in insurance claims, forensic accounting, litigation, fraud or similar economic losses preferred.
• Experience within the Insurance Industry is an advantage but not considered essential.
• Strong analytical skills with a core focus on attention to detail.
• The ability to operate in a team environment with a strong work ethic.
• Skills to build on strong relationships with clients, brokers, Marsh BD and external stakeholders.
• Take responsibility and seek to identify new proposal opportunities.
• Skills to motivate staff through professional and technical reputation and enthusiasm.
• The motivation to work in a dynamic team environment across our national team.
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical knowledge to the standard required to deliver high quality client services.
• Strong presentation skills, including fluent verbal & written English.
• Proficiency in both Word and Excel including a strong understanding of advanced formulas.
• Strong interpersonal skills, be hardworking and have an ability to work in a small team environment as part of a national team of specialists.
• Commitment to providing high level client service.
• Flexibility, with an ability to lead and / or work on various projects at one time.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients, and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh Risk is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Marsh Risk, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.