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Who We Are

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world’s leading experts in your field, you’ll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

There’s never been a more exciting time to join FTI Consulting and this is where you will do the most exciting and fulfilling work of your career.

Are you ready to make an impact?

About The Role

Support the lifecycle of an engagement, including opening new matters, engaging with matter owners (BTKs) to assess risk, helping to drive timely billing and collections, engaging with Core Accounting and Segment Finance to assist with revenue recognition, and closing matters when completed.

What You’ll Do

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

Work closely with internal and client facing teams throughout the project lifecycle
Ensure timely, accurate and professional invoices are sent to clients
Reduce amount of time billable professionals invest in project management and administrative tasks
Reduce DSO and bad debt

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

Review New Matters for Assigned BTKs

Ensure project set up is consistent with LOE terms
Set up necessary activity codes
Prepare retainer invoice, if required

Preparing Draft Invoice

Ensure rates are within ranges cited in LOE
Process write downs/ups
Apply administrative fee consistent with LOE terms
Ensure payment terms are consistent with LOE
Check invoice format for professionalism
Ensure draft invoice is accurate before submitting for review

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

Issue Invoice

Issue final invoice for distribution to the client
Gather any additional approvals, if necessary
Save appropriate audit backup in project folder

Engagement Management, including Risk Assessment

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

Review and follow up on aging WIP and A/R for assigned projects
Initiate monthly WIP billing
Prompt and assist with AR collection or write-offs
Review and process outside contractor invoices
Regularly review status of e-billed projects
Interface with client facing professionals and Segment Finance staff to assist with risk assessment as part of monthly close proces

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

BS/BA degree
Excellent working knowledge of PC and network environments and advanced knowledge of Excel
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with all levels of the organization. Candidate will have frequent interaction with senior management personnel
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

Preferred Qualifications

5+ years overall experience in engagement management, including billing and collections, in a law firm or other professional services environment
Proven ability to work as a team member in a fast-paced environment
Detail-oriented and dependable

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

Our Benefits
Our goal is to support the well-being of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:

Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Potential for flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave and flex return support
Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
Employee wellness platform
Employee recognition programs
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
Professional development and certification programs
Free in-office snacks and drinks
Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses

Upscale offices close to public transportation

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping clients with their most significant opportunities and challenges. With more than 8,000 employees located in 31 countries, our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. At FTI Consulting, we embrace, cultivate and maintain a culture of diversity, inclusion & belonging, which are fundamental components to our core values. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and has been named the #1 Professional Services Firm on Forbes List of America’s Best Employers and the best firm to work for by Consulting Magazine. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Project Assistant | Corporate Finance & Restructuring

“Top 10 Interview Questions”

Can you tell us about yourself?
What interests you about this position?
What are your strengths?
What are your weaknesses?
Can you give an example of a time when you solved a problem creatively?
How do you handle stress and pressure?
How would you describe your work style?
Can you tell us about a time when you had to work with a difficult
colleague or supervisor?
How do you stay organized and prioritize tasks?
What are your long-term career goals?

Document Required:

Required Documents for This Recruitment: The candidate should have this Document Before Apply Online. Candidates Are Suggested To Read
the Official Notification Before Applying.
Document – Qualifications certificate with mark sheets.
Passport size Photographs
Signature