Job Description

PURPOSE:

In conjunction with the Head of Internal Audit, leading a team of forensic investigation experts in investigating and preventing financial and corporate fraud, misconduct, and other illicit activities within the Group.

Oversee and conduct complex investigations into financial fraud, corruption, embezzlement, cybercrime, and other misconduct.

Ensure that investigations are conducted independently in line with all legal requirements and related internal policies and procedures.

Liaise with law enforcement agencies, prosecution authorities, legal teams, and external experts as needed.

Collaborate with Senior Management as well as Business Unit management to ensure that investigations are conducted in an effective and timeous manner.

Report forensic investigation outcomes to the Head of Internal Audit and Exxaros Ethics Committee.

Ensure that all control deficiencies identified during investigations are followed up and closed out.

Oversee the fraud reporting structures and case management system.

Head up preventative surveillance and detection strategies including but not limited to data mining, intelligence gathering, lifestyle audits, fraud risk assessments, proactive forensic audits in identified high- risk areas, and fraud awareness campaigns.

MAJOR CHALLENGES:

Promoting a culture of compliance, in an innovative environment. Reinforcing ethical behaviour to safeguard company reputation.

Keeping abreast of technology and innovations which may assist people in engaging in unethical behaviour and acts.

Staying informed in the latest reliable information with regards to fraud and corruption.

Competing for limited resources in the organisation.

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