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Sedgwick Forensic Accountant - Economic Damage Losses in Naperville, Illinois
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Forensic Accountant - Economic Damage Losses
PRIMARY PURPOSE : To prepare forensic accounting calculations and reports of financial data relating to various aspects of insurance claims including but not limited to: Business Income Loss, Extra Expense, Stock/Inventory Loss, and Personal Injury Wage Loss.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES
Receives and investigates financial evidence.
Prepares written analyses and reports.
Analyzes losses and claim estimates.
Works with adjusters on status updates.
Researches professional licensing and business information for new data.
Presents to Insurance Carriers and adjusters for Forensic Accounting Services
Prepares analytical data for litigation and serves as an expert witness in court cases.
Reviews claim evaluations and reports to ensure proper calculations have been completed before submission to carrier.
Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations.
Communicates to the insured's or claimants when necessary.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
Supports the organization's quality program(s).
Travels as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Licensing
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or economics from an accredited college or university required. CPA or CFE license preferred.
Experience
Six (6) years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Experience in Tax /Audit within the Business/Finance Industry preferred.
Skills & Knowledge
Ability to perform financial data analysis
Excellent oral and written communication, including presentation skills
PC literate, including Microsoft Office products
Analytical and interpretive skills
Strong organizational skills; detail oriented
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to handle stress and meet tight deadlines while handling multiple priorities
Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies
WORK ENVIRONMENT
When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
Mental : Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines
Physical : Computer keyboarding, travel as required
Auditory/Visual : Hearing, vision and talking
NOTE : Credit security clearance, confirmed via a background credit check, is required for this position.
The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.
Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.
If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
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