Senior Manager

Division: Advisory 

Department: Forensic 

Employment Type: Full Time Permanent 

Application Closing Date: 13 Apr 2025

McGrathNicol is a specialist Advisory and Restructuring firm, helping businesses improve performance, manage risk, and achieve stability and growth.

We are a leading national professional services firm seeking a talented Forensic Senior Manager with disputes and investigations experience to join our dynamic Forensic team based in Melbourne.

Our Forensic team deals with ever-changing business and regulatory environments. We work with organisations to prevent and respond to allegations of inappropriate behaviour, misconduct, fraud and financial crime, payroll advisory reviews as well as deal with commercial disputes.

What you will do

• Lead and execute a variety of forensic and advisory assignments, with a focus on dispute advisory services (e.g., preparing expert reports for dispute resolution) and financial investigations.
• Examine financial records, policies, processes for the purpose of constructing analyses of loss and damage and other forms of financial claims.
• Develop financial models to assess measures of loss and damage
• Work with other McGrathNicol professionals such as restructuring, data analytics and deals
• Analyse financial statements and prepare forensic accounting independent expert and investigation reports.
• Establish and cultivate a network of business development contacts.
• Conduct business development activities such as publishing technical papers, articles and presentations
• Manage project teams and oversee payroll advisory projects, dispute and investigation assignments, including financial management.
• Manage commercial aspects of engagements, assisting in budgeting process, managing WIP to budgeting and client invoicing.
• Strengthen client relations through consistently delivering excellent client service.

Who you are

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in business, Commerce or related field.
• Full Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand membership (or nearing completion).
• Demonstrated technical knowledge with prior relevant experience within a professional services environment.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Strong business and commercial acumen.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially and tactfully.

What we can offer

At McGrathNicol, you’ll thrive in an empowering environment where your expertise drives real impact. We offer a competitive annual bonus program, alongside exceptional training and career development opportunities. Our inclusive culture fosters growth through personalised mentorship. You’ll also benefit from comprehensive support such as 26 weeks parental leave, additional leave options, employee assistance, health and wellbeing programs, and opportunities for social and community engagement. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your success.

Interested?

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and grow your career, apply today to join our dynamic team at McGrathNicol. For more information, please contact our national HR team at HR@mcgrathnicol.com.