About the role#
As a Consulting Analyst or Associate, you will join a team that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to law firms, corporations, and governments. You will work alongside PhD-trained economists, finance professionals, and valuation experts to support litigation and regulatory proceedings. This is a full-time, paid position with a rolling application process.
What you'll do#
- Work alongside a diverse team of colleagues.
- Conduct economic and industry research while analyzing client materials to understand case issues.
- Perform and develop financial and economic analyses or valuation models to support case theories.
- Investigate accounting irregularities and respond to allegations of fraud, misconduct, or abuse.
- Analyze financial evidence and records to identify trends and anomalies.
- Communicate investigative and analytical findings to team members and clients.
- Assist with drafting written reports to summarize procedures and findings.
What you'll need#
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree candidate graduating in December 2026 or Summer 2027.
- Academic focus in Accounting, Business Administration, or Finance.
- Solid working knowledge of finance, accounting, and economic methodologies.
- Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles, corporate governance, and regulatory environments.
- Experience in gathering, standardizing, and analyzing large volumes of transactional data.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize tasks.
Location & details#
- Locations: Boston, MA; Chicago, IL; New York, NY; Oakland, CA.
- Modality: On-site (expected to be in the office 3 to 4 days per week).
- Sponsorship: Not provided.
About Charles River Associates
Charles River Associates is a global consulting firm founded in 1965. It specializes in economic and financial analysis for litigation and regulatory proceedings. The firm also provides management consulting for business strategy and operational issues. Based in Boston, the company employs over 1,600 people across its international offices.
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