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Overview University Associate, Risk Advisory, Forensics — Ankura. Join to apply for the University Associate, Risk Advisory, Forensics role at Ankura. Role Overview 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. 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. 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 pitches, proposals, internal and external networking events, marketing the firm externally to prospective clients, and corporate social responsibility events. Requirements A Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and June 2026. Applicants should have an interest to pursue a CPA license or other advanced certifications upon graduation and completion of state requirements. Ability to work well independently, as well as collaboratively with colleagues. Possess strong team-oriented personality characteristics: hard-working, thoughtful, and collaborative, with a positive outlook and confidence. Ability to adapt quickly in handling multiple, evolving tasks and/or engagements, and re-prioritized deadlines in an always-changing environment. Possess excellent communication (verbal and written), computer, and organizational skills, plus strong quantitative and qualitative analytical, mathematical, and research skills. Highly motivated, eager to learn, willing to travel as needed, and able to motivate others. Technical accounting, financial, and economic skills, along with familiarity and knowledge of application of SEC rules, regulations, and disclosures. Understanding of and experience with application and/or research of U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles ("U.S. GAAP") and/or generally accepted auditing standards ("GAAS"). Proficient with PC environments and related software, including Microsoft Office applications, specifically advanced skills in Microsoft Excel. Permanent authorization to work in the U.S. (U.S. citizen or permanent resident) is required. Internships and full-time University Associate roles are not eligible for U.S. immigration sponsorship, work visa or any other temporary work authorization (e.g., OPT, CPT). Compensation & Benefits Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The disclosed range is between $50,000 to $120,000 base pay; this range is not a promise of a particular wage and does not include additional benefits outside of salary. Equal Opportunity Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. For accommodations, please email accommodations@ankura.com or call toll-free +1.312-583-2122. Additional Details Seniority level: Internship Employment type: Full-time Job function: Finance and Sales Industries: Business Consulting and Services #J-18808-Ljbffr Ankura

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