Audit, Risk & Forensic Manager

RecruitMyMom; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is looking for an experienced Audit, Risk & Forensic Manager in Paarl. This role entails developing risk-based audit plans and conducting audits to ensure effective governance and compliance. Candidates should possess a postgraduate degree in Forensic Auditing or related fields, along with strong analytical skills and at least 5 years of fraud risk management experience. A competitive bonus structure is included, and travel is required across various sites in South Africa.

Benefits

Fantastic bonus structure

Qualifications

• 5-7 years' experience in fraud risk management.
• 2-5 years of hands-on involvement in forensic investigations.
• Strong working knowledge of fraud risk management frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a risk-based annual internal audit plan.
• Conduct operational, financial, compliance, and forensic audits.
• Lead forensic investigations into suspected fraud or misconduct.

Skills

Fraud risk management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Postgraduate degree in Forensic Auditing

Professional certification (CIA, CA(SA), CISA, CRMA)

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

Job description

Paarl, South Africa | Posted on 16/12/2025

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking an experienced Audit, Risk & Forensic Manager to provide independent assurance that governance, risk management, internal control, and forensic oversight frameworks are robust, effective, and aligned with organisational objectives.

The role spans renewable energy projects, manufacturing, and logistics operations, with a strong focus on forensic risk identification, fraud prevention, misconduct investigations, and regulatory compliance. The incumbent will play a key role in identifying, investigating, and mitigating strategic, operational, financial, compliance, and integrity-related risks that could impact organisational performance or reputation, while fostering a culture of accountability, ethics, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Audit, Assurance & Forensic Reviews

• Develop and manage a risk‑based annual internal audit plan, incorporating forensic risk areas across renewable energy projects, operations, and corporate functions.
• Conduct operational, financial, compliance, and forensic audits to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, fraud prevention measures, and governance practices.
• Identify control weaknesses, irregularities, and potential indicators of fraud, corruption, or misconduct.
• Prepare clear, evidence‑based audit and forensic findings with practical, actionable recommendations for management and the Risk Oversight Committee.
• Lead or support forensic investigations into suspected fraud, unethical conduct, regulatory breaches, or financial irregularities.
• Monitor and track the implementation of audit and investigation recommendations and corrective actions.
• Design, implement, and maintain an Enterprise Risk Management framework aligned to strategic objectives, risk appetite, and regulatory expectations.
• Identify, assess, and prioritise strategic, operational, financial, compliance, and fraud‑related risks across renewable energy projects, manufacturing, logistics, and support functions.
• Maintain and update the Risk Register, incorporating emerging forensic and integrity risks.
• Facilitate periodic risk assessments and workshops to support risk‑informed decision‑making at executive and Board level.

Risk Mitigation, Controls & Forensic Prevention

• Develop and oversee risk treatment and control enhancement plans, with a strong emphasis on fraud prevention and detection.
• Provide independent assurance over the design and operating effectiveness of controls across project execution and capital expenditure, procurement and supplier management, inventory, production, logistics, financial reporting and payments.
• Evaluate segregation of duties, authority limits, and monitoring controls to reduce exposure to fraud and misconduct.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and control optimisation.

Compliance, Ethics & Quality Oversight

• Monitor regulatory and legislative developments impacting renewable energy, manufacturing, logistics, and corporate governance.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with financial, regulatory, governance, and industry standards, including ethical and integrity frameworks.
• Support the development and oversight of compliance, ethics, and whistleblowing mechanisms.
• Promote integration of audit, forensic, compliance, risk, and quality assurance frameworks across the organisation.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Prepare and present comprehensive audit, risk, and forensic reports to the Risk Oversight Committee and Board.
• Communicate complex risk and forensic issues clearly, objectively, and professionally.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, external auditors, legal advisors, and regulators where required.
• Build strong working relationships across finance, operations, compliance, and executive management.

Strategic Advisory & Culture

• Advise management on emerging forensic, regulatory, and integrity risks related to renewable energy projects, strategic initiatives, and investments.
• Support leadership in embedding risk‑based thinking, ethical conduct, and compliance awareness throughout the organisation.
• Champion a culture of integrity, transparency, accountability, and proactive risk management.

Requirements

• Postgraduate degree in Forensic Auditing, Risk Management, Auditing, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CA(SA), CISA, CRMA, or equivalent is preferred.
• Forensic‑specific qualifications (e.g. Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or equivalent forensic accreditation) will be highly advantageous.
• 5 - 7 years' experience in fraud risk management, fraud risk management, governance, and enterprise risk.
• 2 - 5 years’ experience with demonstrable hands‑on involvement in forensic investigations into fraud, misconduct, financial irregularities, or regulatory breaches; root cause analysis and control failure assessments; evidence gathering, interviewing, and reporting suitable for executive, board, or regulatory review.
• Experience within renewable energy, manufacturing, logistics, construction, or other capital‑intensive and project‑driven environments is strongly preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of Fraud risk management frameworks, financial crime controls, and ethics programmes.
• Financial, operational, and project controls, including procurement, supply chain, inventory, and capital project risks.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 is advantageous, particularly where integrated with forensic, compliance, and control assurance activities.
• Uncompromising ethical standards, professional scepticism, and independence of thought.
• Strong forensic mindset with the ability to identify red flags, challenge assumptions, and probe beyond surface‑level explanations.
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills, with the confidence to manage sensitive investigations and high‑risk matters.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders, engage credibly at executive and Board level, and handle confidential and contentious issues with discretion.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) (Refined)

• Delivery of the approved audit, forensic, and risk plan within agreed timelines.
• Timely investigation, reporting, and resolution of forensic matters, fraud risks, and control breaches.
• Effective implementation and embedding of the ERM and fraud risk management frameworks.
• Demonstrable reduction in repeat audit findings, control failures, and forensic incidents.
• Compliance with statutory, governance, and industry standards.
• Quality, clarity, and timeliness of audit, forensic, and risk reporting to the Risk Oversight Committee and Board.
• Strong collaboration with Finance, Legal, HSEQ, Compliance, and Operational teams to strengthen preventative controls and ethical culture.
• Fantastic bonus structure connected to this role.
• Full time in office.
• Travel required to various sites in South Africa.