Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. This position supports the Ankura Disputes & Economics practice – one of five business groups focused on client delivery services across the Firm. The Disputes & Economics practice assists clients with financial, accounting, and economic issues associated with complex fraud, litigation, and international arbitration. Engagements include consulting and preparation of expert reports and testimony in local court and international arbitration, forensic accounting and financial reporting matters, and opining on quantum, valuation, and loss of profits.

Responsibilities

- Managing all aspects of forensic accounting engagements primarily involving damages assessments, valuations, and financial investigations.
- Preparing and reviewing detailed financial models in Microsoft Excel, including analysing profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow forecasts to prepare a DCF analysis.
- Writing reports and other deliverables for review by Managing Directors and Senior Managing Directors.
- Managing client expectations and job administration.
- Actively pursuing business development opportunities and developing an external network of clients and business contacts.

Qualifications

- Either an experienced chartered accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) or CFA charter holder with first‑time passes.




- Broad forensic accountancy experience across disputes and investigations within a recognised global practice.
- Graduate level qualification obtained from a leading university.
- Very strong analytical and financial modelling skills with a flexible approach to problem solving.
- Demonstrated robust report writing and oral communication skills.
- Experience across a number of industries.
- Willingness to market to new and existing clients.
- Experience managing and mentoring junior team members.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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📌 Senior Director, Disputes & Economics (Melbourne)
🏢 Ankura
📍 Melbourne