Sam Jenks
Forensic Accounting & Financial Quantification Specialist
Career Objective
Sam is a highly seasoned forensic accounting professional with over a decade of expertise in quantifying complex financial losses across the globe. Known for his ability to navigate intricate financial scenarios, Sam provides critical insights for legal and insurance markets. Since relocating to Singapore in 2015 to lead the regional forensic accounting consulting team, he has become a pivotal figure in the Asian market, offering a holistic approach to economic loss evaluation in high-stakes environments.
Professional Experience
Forensic Accounting and Financial Loss Quantification
Sam evaluates financial losses across a vast spectrum of industries and circumstances, including business interruption (BI), advanced loss of profits (ALOP), and delayed start-up (DSU). His expertise extends to subrogated recoveries, commercial disputes, cyber-attacks, and civil injury. His extensive casework spans multiple continents, including Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Industry Specialization
He specializes in the quantification of major and complex losses within heavy industries and critical infrastructure, including:
- Energy and Power Generation
- Mining, Metals, and Processing
- Oil, Gas, and Petrochemicals
- Manufacturing, Ports, and Distribution Hubs
- Construction and Financial Lines
Expert Testimony and Dispute Resolution
A proven expert in the courtroom and at the mediation table, Sam has prepared detailed expert reports for both Claimants and Defendants. He has provided written and oral evidence for trials involving economic loss at downstream petrochemical facilities and is deeply experienced in alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including mediation and arbitration cases across Asia.
Industry Leadership and Education
A frequent speaker at industry events, Sam leads seminars throughout Asia on emerging financial risks. His presentations cover critical topics such as:
- Supply chain disruptions and inflationary environments
- Economic impacts of cyber incidents and malware
- Nuanced evaluations of BI insurance structures, including ‘fixed costs and debt servicing’ vs. ‘gross profit’
Education & Professional Credentials
- Member, Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons)
- Chartered Accountant ACA