Forensic Manager
3 weeks ago
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Job Description
- This role is responsible for the execution and oversight of investigations into allegations of financial crimes and fraud risk assessments for the Old Mutual Insure Group. The role is also responsible for assisting in the delivery and/or overseeing forensic services for certain OML General insurance (GI) businesses in the Rest of Africa. A key aspect of the role involves conducting investigations into financial discrepancies, preparing reports for management and legal teams, and providing expert testimony.
- The role requires the incumbent to manage a team, prioritise, oversee and review the technical delivery of various disciplines, and to develop annual work plans, methodologies and implement measures to prevent financial crimes, create awareness of financial crimes and pertinent preventative measures. The role will be based in Johannesburg and will report to the Old Mutual Insure Head of Forensics. The incumbent must be willing to travel (when possible) to various local and Africa jurisdictions.
- Define, develop and lead the implementation and execution of a fit-for-purpose forensic framework that supports the growth and development of the organization.
- Develop, plan for, and implement operational deliverables.
- Develop and implement measures for combating financial crimes.
- Where necessary, partner with OML Group Forensic Services to deliver forensic services to the general insurers in Rest of Africa.
- Lead, guide and control the investigation of complaints/allegations regarding fraud, corruption and maladministration.
- Conduct detailed investigations of financial records, transactions, and statements to identify discrepancies, fraud, or financial misconduct.
- Analyze complex financial data and present findings in a clear, concise manner for non-financial stakeholders.
- Prepare comprehensive reports outlining findings, methodologies, and conclusions for legal proceedings.
- Serve as an expert witness in court, providing testimony regarding financial matters and investigative findings.
- Develop, conduct and/or oversee fraud risk assessments and fraud detection reviews.
- Develop and maintain forensic methodologies, standards and procedures.
- Define and implement initiatives to create awareness of economic crimes and appropriate prevention measures.
- Provide forensic services including oversight of financial crime activities to the general insurers in some African countries.
- Keep abreast with trends of economic crime and develop and implement appropriate response strategies.
- Continuous improvement to ensure effective service
- Ensure statutory and legislative knowledge is always current in order to resolve complaints, to advise the business on corrective solutions to mitigate risks and to improve the customer experience whilst complying with governance requirements.
- Ensure adherence to organisational policies, practices and procedures.
- Service delivery to ensure customer satisfaction
- Maintain service, quality and desired outputs across the business process by ensuring compliance to tactical policies, procedures and standards.
- Establish productive operational relationships with key stakeholders in the business.
- Work with law enforcement agencies, legal teams, and corporate compliance departments to support investigations and legal actions.
- Develop work routines in line with operational plans / schedules in order to manage achievement of service delivery goals.
- Share knowledge on, and participate in the creation of new standards, control systems and procedures to enhance service delivery.
- Nurture a culture of high performance
- Align own behaviour with the organisations culture and values.
- Build a culture where unique employee experiences can be created, new work experiences can be designed, deep business “know-how” and experiences are openly shared, new ideas are encouraged & implemented without fear of reprisal and where employees feel inspired to enable positive futures through coaching and mentoring.
Experience, knowledge & skills required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, finance or related internal auditing field. Chartered accountant will be an advantage.
- A postgraduate qualification in Forensics and CFE will be an advantage.
- 3-5 years of experience in accounting or auditing, with a focus on forensic accounting and fraud investigations.
- 2-3 years’ experience in leading/managing a multiskilled Forensic investigation team.
- Technical Skills: Proficient in accounting software, data analysis tools, and spreadsheet applications. Familiarity with legal and regulatory standards related to financial investigations.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with attention to detail and the ability to identify patterns and anomalies in financial data.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including legal professionals, law enforcement, and corporate executives.
Competency Descriptors
- Strategic: Applies judgement effectively. Identifies and acts on market and/or competitor trends/opportunities.
- Customer: Putting the customer at the heart of business decisions and driving to improve value for customers.
- Collaboration: Creates trust, respect and builds meaningful relationships. Able to handle a wide range of relational challenges to ensure collaboration across boundaries.
- Leading with Influence: Influences and rallies people behind common goals; actively supports growth and inspires others to exceed expectations. Communicates clear strategies and objectives for areas of responsibility.
- Innovation: Challenges the status quo and/or demonstrates ability to relate to challenges from a range of diverse but relevant perspectives.
- Personal Mastery: Learns and actively works to build self-awareness; develop through experience and feedback from others. Copes effectively with stress and has the resilience to take on stretching and challenging assignments. Adjusts effectively to work within new work structures; processes; requirements and cultures.Executing: Displays consistent energy, drive and perseverance in order to deliver results. Demonstrates a willingness to take calculated risks to achieve stretch performance goals.
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