Overview
As a placement year student in FTI Consulting’s Forensic Accounting team, you will support investigations and financial analysis across sectors, collaborating with law firms, banks, and regulatory bodies. You’ll perform research, review financial records, and help prepare working papers and client-ready summaries. This role offers hands-on experience on real-world cases and exposure to cross-functional client engagements. You’ll grow through our in-house learning program and potentially international assignments, contributing to fraud prevention and risk mitigation efforts.
Pay / Benefits
- in-house learning and development programme
- opportunity for offsite assignments
- potential international assignments
- exposure to diverse client engagements
- collaborative culture
- professional development opportunities
Responsibilities
- conduct investigative research into companies and individuals for project work
- perform detailed review and analysis of financial records (general ledger, invoices, bank statements, financial statements)
- record, summarize and explain analysis in working papers
- review entities' internal and external communications to corroborate findings
- summarize findings for team and clients via emails, memoranda, presentations or reports
- attend internal and client meetings and take detailed notes
- assist with research for new opportunities and preparing proposals to win them
Key requirements
- predicted 2:1 or above final degree
- sandwich course completing and due to graduate in 2029
- availability for placement
- good numeracy and analytical skills
- ability to identify key issues and work in a team
- eye for detail and integrity
- teamwork
- analytical thinking
- creativity
- basic bookkeeping
- knowledge of accounting/economics/business/finance
- numerical reasoning skills (assessment)
2027 Industry Placement, Forensic Accounting in London employer: FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment in London where you can make a significant impact from day one. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from tailored growth programs, mentorship, and the opportunity to work alongside industry leaders on high-stakes issues. The company values diversity and recognition, ensuring that every team member is empowered to thrive and contribute to meaningful outcomes for clients across various sectors.
