Assistant Manager - Forensics

KPMG Lower Gulf Limited; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled forensic professional to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing forensic assignments, ensuring compliance with risk management protocols, and contributing to business development initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in forensic services, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work autonomously. You'll have the opportunity to coach less experienced staff and engage in continuous learning within the forensic field. Join a forward-thinking firm that values innovation and collaboration, and make a significant impact in the world of forensic accounting.

Qualifications

• Strong forensic background with experience in accounting or law enforcement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for proposals and reports.

Responsibilities

• Handle forensic assignments and ensure compliance with risk management procedures.
• Contribute to business development and assist in proposal preparation.

Skills

Forensic background

Communication skills

Fraud investigation

Risk management procedures

Business development

Education

Degree in Accounting or Law

Forensic Technology experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

I2 chart

Job description

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Thorough knowledge and understanding of forensic service offerings within the context of an independent accounting firm.
• Should have thorough knowledge and understanding of the global/local risk management procedures of KPMG and ensure its compliance in day-to-day operation/forensic assignments.
• Independently handle small to medium range assignments.
• Contribute and assist management with respect to the business development activities of the department.
• Participation in client meetings, clearly understand the objective and scope of work, assist the team with preparation of proposals/terms of reference for the client.
• Writing of relevant sections and/or complete forensic reports depending on the nature of the assignments.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and PowerPoint and related forensic software/tools e.g., I2 chart.
• Read and be updated on forensic material circulated internally (within KPMG) and outside KPMG such as newspapers, professional magazines, etc.
• Further, continuously work on developing skills and knowledge in the areas of fraud investigation, anti-bribery & corruption, fraud risk assessment, dispute advisory services, etc.
• Coach less experienced staff in the department, especially with reference to the risk management procedures, technical guidance on the assignment, preparation of working paper file, collection of relevant documents as support, etc.
• Report to the respective performance manager/team leader/manager on day-to-day activities including the assignments.

Relevant Advisory Skills and Behaviors

• Learns about the latest trends in KPMG's market, including competitor activity.
• Identifies possible business opportunities and advises manager or partner.
• Initiates action to move a situation forward.
• Works autonomously with minimal need for guidance.
• Takes responsibility and accountability for the work and performance of others.
• Volunteers for extra/additional responsibilities when the department needs help.
• Identifies, documents, and shares knowledge that might be useful to others.
• Seeks out developmental opportunities (new projects, training, work with experienced and knowledgeable professionals).
• Provides clear directions to others.
• Coaches others.
• Adapts behavior to different situations or different people.
• Maintains good relationships with others even in difficult situations.
• Looks for opportunities to work productively with others.
• Uses a range of techniques to analyze an issue.
• Identifies ways to analyze information quickly and efficiently.
• Suggests innovative and creative solutions to problems.
• Reviews the accuracy of team members’ assumptions and conclusions.
• Communicates honestly and openly, even with difficult messages.
• Expresses ideas and self with clarity; sticks to the key points.
• Notifies a manager or partner when it seems that a request is against KPMG values, standards, and practices.
• Uses previous experience and technical knowledge to the benefit of the client.
• Plans tasks effectively (breaks down projects into manageable tasks, sets milestones, identifies resources, etc.).
• Monitors how projects are progressing against the budget and deadlines.

Person Specifications

Strong forensic background and experience in the related forensic field (accounting, law enforcement, forensic technology, and legal experience is preferred).

Excellent oral and written communication skills (proposal/report writing, presentations).

Linguistic Skills

• Fluent Arabic - Verbal & written.
• Fluent English – Verbal & written.

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