Staff Accountant




Department: Forensic Accounting




Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time




Location: Melville




Reporting To: John Foley




Compensation: $72,000 - $85,000 / year




Description



Tracing its roots back to 1933, MDD is one of the world's top forensic accounting firms specializing in economic damage quantification calculations. With forensic accounting professionals in over 40 offices on 5 continents, MDD has global resources to assist our clients with their forensic accounting needs. MDD helps insurance companies, independent adjustment firms, multinational corporations, government entities, and individuals calculate the true economic damage of claims or disputes.



MDD is looking for a Staff Accountant to serve as an essential supporting function of the accounting team. The ideal candidate will have a sound technical background in accounting/finance, possess strong communication and analytical skills, and can work independently.




Key Responsibilities

• Review reports and schedules


• Participate in strategic planning sessions with accounting team


• Input data and analyze invoices


• Assist clients with conducting interviews during the financial investigation to accurately identify all parties involved


• Perform forensic research to trace funds and identify assets for recovery


• Verify claim to source documents


• Evaluate insurance claims and economic damage


• Work closely with senior staff on litigation cases, first party property, business valuations


• Assist in the preparation of accounting reports from financial findings


• Ensures compliance with state and federal laws


• Research and other tasks assigned by supervisor

Skills, knowledge & expertise

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or Finance


• Entry level accounting experience


• Actively pursuing CPA designation


• Ability to speak multiple languages, a plus


• Willing to travel internationally and potentially for extended periods of time


• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable vehicle


• Must have demonstrated ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment


• Possess a professional demeanor and be a positive thinker


• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook

Equal Employment Opportunity & Legal Notices




Benefits



MDD offers a competitive benefits package including PTO, sick pay, 401k match, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.



MDD applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to religion, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.



Benefit offerings, eligibility, and required employer contributions may vary based on role, classification, and applicable federal, state, and local laws, including those tied to an employee's primary work location.



Where required by law, the Company provides paid sick leave, paid family and parental leave, and other mandated benefits in accordance with applicable state and local requirements.




Diversity and Inclusion



Davies is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces a wide range of perspectives and experiences. We believe that diversity of thought is essential for innovation and creativity, and we actively promote an environment where all voices are valued and heard.




Compensation Transparency:

The salary range listed reflects the full compensation band for this role across all locations. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and geographic location, which may impact the final offer. We share ranges to remain transparent and consistent with pay equity practices.




Essential Functions

The following responsibilities and expectations are considered essential to the successful performance of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Maintain regular and dependable attendance.


• Be available and able to perform job responsibilities during established work hours.

Background Check & Fair Chance Compliance



Any background check or review of criminal history, if applicable to the role, will be conducted only after a conditional offer of employment and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including fair-chance hiring requirements.




Massachusetts Notice It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.




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