Grant Thornton (US)
Forensic Accounting Manager (Construction)
Grant Thornton (US), Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Construction Advisory Manager (Forensic)
Join to apply for the Construction Advisory Manager (Forensic) role at Grant Thornton (US). Overview
As a Real Estate/Construction Advisory Manager, you will grow and contribute to our clients' business needs and be responsible for all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients in a variety of industries with a focus on real estate and construction. The work revolves around large and complex construction projects in sectors such as data centers, energy, infrastructure, commercial real estate, and hospitality. You will plan, direct, and complete projects and services for investigations, litigation support, project monitoring initiatives, and staff development. You will work closely with partners and staff on client management, practice development, and business development, and will be responsible for an assigned group of clients. Responsibilities
Review construction contracts, financial statements, job cost reports, internal policies, and process maps to identify cost savings, inefficiencies, and strategic initiatives. Coordinate with multiple stakeholders and third parties to understand the construction project control environment and propose controls to address identified gaps. Review complex financial analyses to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies across multiple data sources and supporting documentation. Analyze compliance with labor requirements, including prevailing wage jobs related to federal funding or tax credit incentives. Assist in matters involving fraud, waste, and abuse, including allegations of bribery, collusion, conflicts of interest, organized crime, and other regulatory exposures. Conduct targeted regulatory research (e.g., IRS guidance, accounting standards codification, AICPA practice aids) to support defensible conclusions on complex engagements. Run client engagements from start to finish, including planning, organizing, conducting, and completing projects, while managing budgets. Collaborate across Grant Thornton service lines and with international colleagues to deliver integrated client solutions. Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews. Perform engagement management responsibilities: performance reviews, task delegation, project scheduling, financials, quality reviews, and client management. Work with senior leaders to promptly identify and resolve client issues; communicate findings clearly to internal and external stakeholders. Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities; participate in recruiting top talent and professional development activities. Adhere to the highest professional standards and client confidentiality; support business development and practice growth as required. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, IT, MIS, Engineering, or related field required. Minimum 5 years of related consulting experience serving real estate and/or construction clients or projects at a national level. CPA, CFE, CMA, CFA, CCA, CIA, PMP, PMBOK or other related certifications required. Experience in management consulting, internal audit, regulatory compliance, and/or forensic engagements preferred. Proven advisory experience in real estate and/or construction industries. Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Knowledge of federal and state construction labor regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act. Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment; strong client service and communication skills. Ability to travel; expected travel 10%–25% (domestic and international). Candidates may be asked to complete a skills assessment as part of the recruiting process. Compensation and Benefits
The base salary ranges vary by location: New York, NY: $129,600–$194,400 San Francisco, CA: $138,000–$207,000 Chicago, IL: $120,000–$180,000 Grant Thornton is committed to equal opportunity employment. All personnel decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. See our careers page for details. For more information, visit www.gt.com/careers.
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Join to apply for the Construction Advisory Manager (Forensic) role at Grant Thornton (US). Overview
As a Real Estate/Construction Advisory Manager, you will grow and contribute to our clients' business needs and be responsible for all phases of project and engagement management for multiple clients in a variety of industries with a focus on real estate and construction. The work revolves around large and complex construction projects in sectors such as data centers, energy, infrastructure, commercial real estate, and hospitality. You will plan, direct, and complete projects and services for investigations, litigation support, project monitoring initiatives, and staff development. You will work closely with partners and staff on client management, practice development, and business development, and will be responsible for an assigned group of clients. Responsibilities
Review construction contracts, financial statements, job cost reports, internal policies, and process maps to identify cost savings, inefficiencies, and strategic initiatives. Coordinate with multiple stakeholders and third parties to understand the construction project control environment and propose controls to address identified gaps. Review complex financial analyses to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies across multiple data sources and supporting documentation. Analyze compliance with labor requirements, including prevailing wage jobs related to federal funding or tax credit incentives. Assist in matters involving fraud, waste, and abuse, including allegations of bribery, collusion, conflicts of interest, organized crime, and other regulatory exposures. Conduct targeted regulatory research (e.g., IRS guidance, accounting standards codification, AICPA practice aids) to support defensible conclusions on complex engagements. Run client engagements from start to finish, including planning, organizing, conducting, and completing projects, while managing budgets. Collaborate across Grant Thornton service lines and with international colleagues to deliver integrated client solutions. Manage, develop, train, and mentor staff on projects and assess performance for engagement and year-end reviews. Perform engagement management responsibilities: performance reviews, task delegation, project scheduling, financials, quality reviews, and client management. Work with senior leaders to promptly identify and resolve client issues; communicate findings clearly to internal and external stakeholders. Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities; participate in recruiting top talent and professional development activities. Adhere to the highest professional standards and client confidentiality; support business development and practice growth as required. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, IT, MIS, Engineering, or related field required. Minimum 5 years of related consulting experience serving real estate and/or construction clients or projects at a national level. CPA, CFE, CMA, CFA, CCA, CIA, PMP, PMBOK or other related certifications required. Experience in management consulting, internal audit, regulatory compliance, and/or forensic engagements preferred. Proven advisory experience in real estate and/or construction industries. Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel. Knowledge of federal and state construction labor regulations, including the Davis-Bacon Act. Excellent analytical, research, and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple engagements and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment; strong client service and communication skills. Ability to travel; expected travel 10%–25% (domestic and international). Candidates may be asked to complete a skills assessment as part of the recruiting process. Compensation and Benefits
The base salary ranges vary by location: New York, NY: $129,600–$194,400 San Francisco, CA: $138,000–$207,000 Chicago, IL: $120,000–$180,000 Grant Thornton is committed to equal opportunity employment. All personnel decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. See our careers page for details. For more information, visit www.gt.com/careers.
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