Consultant/Senior Consultant - Fraud and Forensic Services

About the role

RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world's 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firms. We are an award-winning professional services firm with over 100 years experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success. As a Consultant or Senior Consultant within our Sydney Fraud and Forensic Services practice, you will work with a high-performing team that supports organisations in addressing complex financial, regulatory and ethical challenges while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct. You will contribute to a wide range of engagements including investigations, dispute advisory, financial analysis and integrity advisory services across corporate, government and not-for-profit clients. Additionally, you will partner with lawyers to assist their clients in highly sensitive matters. This role is suited to professionals with experience or strong interest in forensic accounting, investigations, restructuring, distressed situations, corporate finance or audit, who are seeking to apply their analytical and commercial skills to complex advisory matters. Your responsibilities may include: Supporting investigation engagements, including inquiries into fraud, corruption, misconduct, financial irregularities and other unethical or unlawful behaviours. Assisting with investigations conducted to a civil or criminal standard, supporting internal disciplinary proceedings, regulatory inquiries, law enforcement investigations and potential litigation. Preparing structured advice and investigative reports, including analysis and documentation that may support legal proceedings or regulatory actions. Reviewing financial records, transactions and contracts, identifying irregularities and analysing complex financial information. Assisting in quantifying financial losses or damages in commercial disputes and litigation matters. Contributing to integrity advisory engagements, including fraud and corruption risk assessments, governance reviews and development of fraud control frameworks. Supporting the design and review of integrity policies, compliance frameworks and internal controls to help organisations prevent misconduct and strengthen organisational culture. Conducting financial analysis and data review, working alongside specialists in forensic data analytics and forensic technology. Assisting with project delivery and engagement management, including coordinating tasks, managing timelines and contributing to high-quality deliverables. Supporting client relationship management and business development activities, including proposal preparation and thought leadership. What You'll Gain Exposure to high-profile investigations, disputes and integrity advisory engagements The opportunity to work with legal teams, regulators, boards and senior management Development of forensic accounting, investigative and dispute advisory skills Collaboration with specialists in data analytics, forensic technology and risk advisory Structured training, mentoring and support for professional qualifications A clear career pathway within a growing forensic advisory practice. About you: We recognise that strong forensic professionals often come from a variety of backgrounds. Candidates with experience in audit, restructuring, insolvency, corporate finance, advisory or investigations (including law enforcement or regulatory backgrounds) are encouraged to apply. Your experience may include: Approximately 2-5 years of relevant professional experience in areas such as forensic accounting, audit, investigations, restructuring, corporate finance or advisory. Experience reviewing financial records and analysing complex financial data. Exposure to fraud, misconduct, regulatory, litigation or investigative matters (desirable but not essential). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify key financial and commercial issues. Excellent written communication and report writing skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams. High attention t