Forensic Accountant

Found in: Talent ZA 2A C2 - 2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, South Africa IOCO Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Forensic Accountant to join our team. The Forensic Accountant will be responsible for investigating financial transactions, analyzing data, and providing expert testimony in legal proceedings.

What you’ll do:

  • Investigating the financial data of a company suspected of fraudulent activity.
  • Compiling and analyzing evidence of illegal activity.
  • Interpreting and evaluating financial information.
  • Conducting interviews with personnel to uncover and gather evidence.
  • Developing a criminal hypothesis from the information.
  • Presenting the investigative findings to the appropriate personnel.
  • Recommending actionable steps to remedy and prevent future occurrences of fraud.
  • Preparing documentation and evidence for presentation in court.
  • Presenting evidence of financial irregularities to court members clearly and professionally.
  • Explaining the findings of the research in.
  • Understandable terms and disclosing investigative methods and procedures.

Your Expertise:

  • Strong understanding of anti-money laundering regulations.
  • Ability to work independently without the need for supervision.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software.
  • Articulate report-writing skills.
  • Have at least 5 years of experience in the forensic accounting industry.
  • Computer literate, excellent report writing skills.

Qualifications Required:

  • An honors degree in forensic accounting.
  • A certified fraud examiner (CFE), certified public accountant (CPA), and/ or chartered accountant (CA) qualification is preferred and will be an advantage.
  • A pass in the certified financial forensics (CFF) exam may be advantageous.

Personal Attributes/ Soft Skills Required:

  • Strong understanding of anti-money laundering regulations.
  • Ability to work independently without the need for supervision.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software.
  • Articulate report-writing skills.

Other information applicable to the opportunity:

  • Permanent position 
  • Location: Gauteng
  • Work Environment: Employee to work remotely from home and travel to all provinces in the country.

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