Job Description

By joining Sedgwick, you'll be part of something truly meaningful. It's what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world who are facing the unexpected. We invite you to grow your career with us, experience our caring culture, and enjoy work-life balance. Here, there's no limit to what you can achieve. Newsweek Recognizes Sedgwick as America's Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies Certified as a Great Place to Work® Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance Forensic Accountant - FEMA This role is open to be based remote in Los Angeles County OR hybrid in the Glendale, CA Sedgwick office*. **PRIMARY PURPOSE** **:** To prepare forensic accounting calculations and reports of financial data relating to various aspects of claims including but not limited to: public entity claims to FEMA, Business Income Loss, Extra Expense, Stock/Inventory Loss, and Personal Injury Wage Loss. **ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES** + Reviews and investigates financial evidence. + Prepares written analyses, memos and reports. + Analyzes losses and claim estimates. + Works with adjusters on status updates. + Prepares large property damage claims on behalf of public entity clients who are seeking disaster grants from FEMA. + Presents to clients 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. + Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. + Communicates to the insured's or claimants when necessary. **ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES** + 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** + Knowledge of FEMA claims, and forensic accounting calculations. + 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 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. As required by law, Sedgwick provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in jurisdictions requiring pay transparency in job postings. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and cost of specific location. For the jurisdiction noted in this job posting only, the range of starting pay for this role is _$80,000.00 to $110,00.00 USD annual salary_ . Commission eligible role. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, 401k and matching, PTO, disability and life insurance, employee assistance, flexible spending or health savings account, and other additional voluntary benefits. 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. *subject to change based on company needs. #LI-REMOTE #LI-HYBRID 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.** **Sedgwick is the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, which helps clients thrive by navigating the unexpected. The company's expertise, combined with the most advanced AI-enabled technology available, sets the standard for solutions in claims administration, loss adjusting, benefits administration, and product recall. With over 33,000 colleagues and 10,000 clients across 80 countries, Sedgwick provides unmatched perspective, caring that counts, and solutions for the rapidly changing and complex risk landscape. For more, see** **sedgwick.com**

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