Associate - Forensic, Valuation & Litigation Support Services

Looking for Your Next Opportunity in Forensic Accounting, Business Valuation, or Litigation Support?

At DLA, we specialize in helping clients navigate complex accounting, valuation, and litigation matters—while making sure our people have the flexibility, support, and growth opportunities to thrive. If you're interested in forensic accounting, financial analysis, business valuation, or litigation advisory, this is an opportunity to build meaningful experience in a collaborative, people-first consulting environment..

We are currently hiring an Associate to join our Forensic, Valuation & Litigation Support (FVLS) team. This role is ideal for an early-career accounting or finance professional who wants hands-on exposure to forensic accounting engagements, valuation analyses, and litigation support projects across a variety of industries.

What You'll Do

As a Forensic Accounting Associate, you'll support high-impact client engagements and develop strong analytical and investigative skills. Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting forensic accounting, business valuation, and litigation support engagements through detailed financial analysis
• Analyzing financial statements, general ledger activity, transactions, and supporting documentation to identify trends, irregularities, and case-relevant issues
• Preparing financial models, valuation schedules, damages analyses, and supporting calculations using accepted valuation and forensic methodologies
• Conducting industry, company, and market research to support valuation assumptions and litigation positions
• Assisting with forensic investigations, including transaction reconstruction, asset tracing, and electronic document review
• Preparing clear, well-organized workpapers that document analyses and conclusions
• Assisting with client-ready deliverables such as expert reports, exhibits, schedules, and demonstrative materials
• Collaborating with forensic accountants, valuation professionals, and litigation consultants to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality client service

What You'll Bring

We value curiosity, strong fundamentals, and a willingness to learn. Ideal candidates typically have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (Master's degree preferred)
• 1+ year of experience in forensic accounting, business valuation, litigation support, audit, or investigative services
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, client-service environment
• Interest in forensic accounting, litigation consulting, and valuation work
• Progress toward CPA, CFE, or CFF certification is a plus, but not required

Why Join DLA?

We're a rapidly growing advisory firm with a strong leadership team, national client base, and entrepreneurial culture. We offer:

• Flexible PTO (plus your birthday is a holiday)
• 401(k) with company match
• Commuting expense reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development & training
• Employee referral & commissions programs
• Hybrid work policy (typically 2 days per week in-office)

Come Be a Part of Our Success Story

At DLA, we're committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We hire great people from all backgrounds—because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm for consulting and advisory work, you'll find a home here.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process.