Forensic Accountant

Sasol Limited; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 750,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasol is seeking a Forensic Accountant x2 in Secunda, Mpumalanga, to conduct forensic investigations into economic crime using established methodologies, in alignment with our Assurance Services Operating Manual. Key duties include defining scope, quantifying losses, interviewing individuals, drafting reports, and maintaining the Forensic Case Management System.

A 3-4 year university degree and 6+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated courage and integrity in professional settings.
• Experience in assurance, governance and compliance.
• Ability to manage conflicts effectively.
• Strong data collection and analysis skills.
• Ability to manage ambiguity in complex investigations.
• Demonstrated accountability and responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic services within area of responsibility in line with Sasol policies and laws.
• Contribute to forensic accounting strategy and guidelines.
• Draft forensic investigations' scope and methodology.
• Quantify losses and recommend recovery actions.
• Interview relevant individuals focusing on findings.
• Maintain the Forensic Case Management System and progress status.
• Identify economic crime trends and mitigate risks.

Skills

Courage

Assurance & Governance

Conflict Management

Data Collection & Analysis

Ambiguity Management

Accountability

Education

3-4 year University Degree

Job description

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Forensic Accountant x2

Posting Date: Oct 8, 2026

Company: Sasol

Sasol is a global integrated chemicals and energy company with a 75-year heritage. Through our talented people, we use our expertise and selected technologies to safely and sustainably source, manufacture and market chemical and energy products globally. When you join Team Sasol, you are joining a company that puts people at the center of everything we do.

Sasol invests in its employees along every stage of the career path and offers development opportunities to help you cultivate your career in a culture that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Job Requisition ID

13330

CML: Assurance

Purpose of Job

To conduct forensic investigations into economic crime allegations, focusing on forensic accounting methodologies, including the identification of economic crime risks and executing preventative actions such as awareness initiatives in alignment with the Sasol Assurance Services Operating Manual

Key Accountabilities

• Conduct forensic Services within area of responsibility in line with all Sasol business policies, processes and works instructions, and in adherence to applicable laws, regulations in the specific jurisdictions associated within a forensic environment.
• Contribute to the implementation of forensic accounting strategy, methodology, frameworks and guidelines.
• Compile and update forensic investigations' scope and the methodology for forensic investigations, including consideration of additional resources with different skillsets required.
• Quantify losses incurred due to economic crime, recommend appropriate recovery and remedial actions based on findings from investigations.
• Conduct interviews with relevant individuals, with a focus on forensic accounting findings.
• Manage information gathered, assess internal controls and weaknesses, provide recommendations in terms of allegations.
• Testify in post-investigation activities based on factual findings from forensic investigations conducted.
• Engage with forensic experts to assist in evidence gathering and to furnish professional opinions.
• Provide expertise through a comprehensive understanding of regulatory expectations related to economic crime risks.
• Draft forensic investigative reports on the outcome of forensic investigations and obtaining relevant stakeholders' comments in accordance with approved reporting protocol.
• Maintain the Forensic Case Management System with the progress status of all investigative and post-investigative actions, as well as relevant intelligence data.
• Identify economic crime trends and take appropriate actions in order to mitigate the potential risk to Sasol Group.
• Contribute to the compilation of relevant Governance Committees, Executive Committees and the Sasol Limited Audit Committee on significant findings from and progress of forensic investigations.
• Ensure the adequacy of exhibit files pertaining to forensics investigations to support findings reported and in accordance with the quality assurance improvement plan principles.
• Assist in maintaining stakeholder relationships.
• Support the implementation of innovative improvements and tactical changes to SAS processes and systems.
• Stay abreast of new developments in the forensic accounting environment and make recommendations on necessary changes

Formal Education

3-4-year Relevant University Degree

Working Experience

Experience: 6+ relevant years

Required Personal and Professional Skills

BC_Courage

TC_Assurance, Governance and Compliance

BC_Manages Conflict

TC_Data Collection and Analysis

BC_Manages Ambiguity

BC_Ensures Accountability

Sasol is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Inspired by our Purpose of "Innovating for a better world", Sasol acknowledges that diversity is intrinsic to the fabric of our organisation and is the key to our growth and success. Sasol is committed to the full inclusion of all suitably qualified individuals. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups and people with disabilities according to Sasol's Employment Equity Plan. This includes reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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