Job Description

Closing Date 2024/11/11
Reference Number AEC241028-2
Pillar Head Office
Job Title Forensics Investigator
Job Type Classification Permanent
Number of Positions 1
Location - Town / Site Woodmead
Location - Province Gauteng
Location - Country South Africa

• Lead and execute detailed forensic investigations into allegations of fraud, financial misconduct, and other irregularities.
• Develop and implement investigation plans, including setting objectives and determining methodologies.
• Conduct interviews with employees, management, and other relevant parties to gather information and evidence.
• Collect and secure physical and digital evidence from various sources, ensuring proper handling and chain of custody.
• Utilize forensic tools and software to analyse financial data, transaction histories, and other evidence.
• Identify patterns, inconsistencies, anomalies, and potential evidence of fraudulent activities.
• Perform forensic data analysis to reconstruct events and transactions.
• Collaborate with IT auditors and other specialists to conduct technical analysis of digital evidence.
• Compile detailed and accurate reports summarizing investigation findings, methodologies, and conclusions.
• Present findings in a clear and concise manner, including the development of visual aids and appendices as needed.
• Make recommendations for corrective actions based on investigative results and identified weaknesses.
• Work closely with internal audit team members, legal counsel, compliance officers, and other relevant departments.
• Coordinate with internal board committees to provide updates and obtain guidance on complex investigations.
• Handle all sensitive information and investigation details with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Implement best practices and innovative approaches to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of forensic investigations.
• Develop and maintain a tracking system for monitoring the status of all forensic investigations across AECIs operations.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies based on investigation findings to address vulnerabilities and prevent future issues.
• Lead the investigations for tip-off related cases and engage in project management for extended cases and initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant business stakeholders to ensure awareness of the latest investigation timelines, risks/opportunities, and to quickly mitigate or leverage them respectively.

• B Com Hons (Accounting / Internal Audit) or B Com Forensic Accounting degree
• Advantageous: Post graduate degree.
• Certified Fraud Examiner - (CFE)
• Institute of Internal Auditors - Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Minimum of 7 years Internal audit experience (preferably in the manufacturing / mining sector)
• Basic understanding of legislative and regulatory frameworks.
• At least 5 years experience in conducting forensic investigations
• Experience in the use of data analytics
• Understanding of manufacturing/ mining industries
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite

• Attention to Detail
• Formulating Strategies & Concepts
• Relating and Networking
• Presenting and Communicating Information
• Planning and Organising
• Deciding and Initiating Action
• Report Writing
• Working with people
• Coping with Pressures and Setbacks

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