Forensic Accountant

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Competitive salary + bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Pension plan

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a sharp and analytical Forensic Accountant to join a specialized team serving clients in Randburg and surrounding areas. The role involves investigating financial irregularities, fraud, and other financial misconduct, applying accounting, auditing, and investigative skills to uncover discrepancies and provide expert testimony when required.

The position offers a challenging career path with a flexible hybrid work model and opportunities for professional development in Randburg

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CFE preferred.
• Significant experience in forensic accounting, fraud investigation, or audit.
• Strong understanding of accounting, auditing, and investigative techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with high accuracy.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and investigative software.
• Ability to articulate complex findings clearly in reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations into financial fraud, asset misappropriation, and other financial crimes.
• Analyze complex financial records, electronic data, and other evidence to identify irregularities and patterns.
• Quantify financial losses resulting from fraudulent activities.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting findings, methodologies, and conclusions.
• Assist legal counsel in litigation support, including providing expert witness testimony.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Investigative skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CFE certification preferred

Tools

Data analysis tools

Investigative software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a sharp and analytical Forensic Accountant to join their specialized team, serving clients in Randburg and surrounding areas. This role involves investigating financial irregularities, fraud, and other financial misconduct. You will apply accounting, auditing, and investigative skills to uncover financial discrepancies, analyze complex financial data, and provide expert testimony when required. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, strong investigative instincts, and the ability to communicate findings clearly, both verbally and in written reports. This position offers a challenging and rewarding career path with a flexible hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough investigations into financial fraud, asset misappropriation, and other financial crimes.
• Analyze complex financial records, electronic data, and other evidence to identify irregularities and patterns.
• Quantify financial losses resulting from fraudulent activities.
• Prepare detailed reports documenting findings, methodologies, and conclusions.
• Assist legal counsel in litigation support, including providing expert witness testimony.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CFE certification preferred.
• Significant experience in forensic accounting , fraud investigation, or audit.
• Strong understanding of accounting, auditing, and investigative techniques.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high degree of accuracy.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and investigative software.
• Ability to articulate complex findings clearly and concisely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Hybrid work flexibility supporting work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous pension plan and paid time off.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities in Randburg .