University Associate, Risk Advisory, Forensics

About the role

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. This position supports the Ankura Risk, Forensics & Compliance Business Group - one of five practices focused on client delivery services across the Firm. Ankura’s Forensics practice provides clients with our expertise in Investigations, Accounting Advisory, Litigation, Arbitration, and Disputes, which includes: Forensic Accounting and Financial Investigations. Accounting, Fraud, and Independent Fact-Finding Investigations. Ponzi Schemes, Whistleblower, Embezzlement, and Kickback Matters. Forensic Accounting and Reconstruction of Books and Records. Purchase Price Disputes. Commercial Litigation. Damages Analysis. Expert Services. As an intern, Ankura will provide you with the opportunity to experience a variety of projects working collaboratively on small, diverse teams with skilled, intelligent, driven, and successful individuals. Ankura is focused on hiring people that will serve as the foundation of a growing firm dedicated to its people and culture while delivering high-quality service to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Applying accounting, financial, and analytical skills to various client issues, such as: detailed analysis of transactional data, underlying books and records, and financial statements; tracing of flow of funds; calculations of damages in complex disputes; review of revenue recognition procedures; etc.
• Assist with designing and implementing analysis, investigation, and project-specific workplans.
• Developing and performing analyses to assess complex fact patterns and preparing reports and schedules summarizing findings for review by senior colleagues and clients.
• Documenting and maintaining detailed workpaper records that reflect assumptions, information sources, and methodologies and procedures underlying all analytical tasks.
• Ensuring delivery of high-quality work product and deliverables within established timeframes and budgets.
• Performing day-to-day client engagement activities, including interaction with internal Ankura team members and other stakeholders involved in the engagement and developing productive working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Contributing to the overall success of the firm by participating in