Associate, Forensics and Compliance

At Stout, we’re dedicated to exceeding expectations in all we do – we call it Relentless Excellence ®. Both our client service and culture are second to none, stemming from our firmwide embrace of our core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and being Great communicators. Sound like a place you can grow and succeed? Read on to learn more about an exciting opportunity to join our team.

Impact You’ll Make

• Support consulting engagements involving commercial disputes, investigations, and Department of Justice (DOJ) matters, working alongside senior consultants and testifying experts to deliver rigorous analytical insights.

• Perform financial analyses, economic damages calculations, and financial modeling in support of litigation and dispute engagements.

• Analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, anomalies, and insights relevant to investigations and damages assessments.

• Review and synthesize case documentation, testimony, court filings, and other materials to identify relevant facts and analytical inputs.

• Assist in the preparation of expert reports, presentations, and visual exhibits used in litigation, arbitration, and dispute proceedings.

• Contribute to data-driven insights across industries, with a particular focus on healthcare-related disputes and investigations.

What You’ll Do

• Support engagement leaders and senior team members in executing project workplans, analytical tasks, and client deliverables.

• Perform financial modeling and quantitative analysis to support economic damages calculations and other litigation-related analyses.

• Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, transform, and analyze structured datasets used in case analyses and modeling.

• Conduct advanced analysis of large datasets, including healthcare claims data, financial records, and transactional information.

• Assist in recreating and evaluating financial models and analyses presented by opposing experts.

• Prepare clear and compelling expert reports, presentations, and data visualizations that communicate analytical findings effectively.

• Organize and review case documentation and other supporting materials relevant to investigations and disputes.

• Conduct company, industry, and case-specific research, including economic, accounting, technical, and market analyses.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related discipline.

• 2–4+ years of relevant professional experience in accounting, finance, economics, litigation consulting, forensic accounting, fraud investigation, healthcare analytics, or public accounting.

• Experience performing complex data analyses using Structured Query Language (SQL) is required; familiarity with Python, SAS, Stata, or R is a plus.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including strong financial modeling and data analysis capabilities.

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate financial statements, accounting records, tax returns, and other financial documentation.

• CPA, CFE, or other relevant professional designation is preferred; candidates actively pursuing certification are encouraged to apply.

• Ability to work in fast-paced litigation environments with evolving analytical requirements and deadlines tied to court proceedings.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex analytical findings.

• Ability to support Department of Justice (DOJ) matters, including obtaining the appropriate level of clearance if required.

How You’ll Thrive

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills and attention to detail while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

• Approach complex analytical challenges with curiosity, critical thinking, and a problem-solving mindset.

• Collaborate effectively with engagement leaders and team members in a fast-paced consulting environment.

• Communicate analytical insights clearly through written reports, presentations, and visual exhibits.

• Embody Stout’s core values: Positive and Team-Oriented, Accountable, Committed, Relationship-Focused, Super-Responsive, and Great Communicators.

• Demonstrate a commitment to delivering Relentless Excellence® in client service and analytical rigor.

Why Stout?
At Stout, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards program with competitive compensation, benefits, and wellness options tailored to support employees at every stage of life.

We foster a culture of inclusion and respect, embracing diverse perspectives and experiences to drive innovation and success. Our leadership is committed to inclusion and belonging across the organization and in the communities we serve.

We invest in professional growth through ongoing training, mentorship, employee resource groups, and clear performance feedback, ensuring our employees are supported in achieving their career goals.

Stout provides flexible work schedules and a discretionary time off policy to promote work-life balance and help employees lead fulfilling lives.

Learn more about our benefits and commitment to your success.

https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.

Stout is an Equal Employment Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of valid job requirements, qualifications and merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. 

Stout is required by applicable state and local laws to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The range for this role considers several factors including but not limited to prior work and industry experience, education level, and unique skills. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $74,000.00 - $135,000.00 Annual. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Information about benefits can be found here - https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits.