Forensic Accountant — Investigations Specialist (Upington)

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical coverage

Retirement annuity

Advanced training in forensic methods

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a highly analytical Forensic Accountant to join its Upington team. The role focuses on complex financial investigations, fraud detection, and providing support for litigation through detailed reporting and expert testimony.

You will work with law enforcement and regulatory bodies while upholding strict confidentiality and integrity. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background, professional credentials, and at least four years of relevant investigative

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing or related field.
• Professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CFE, CIA) is advantageous.
• Minimum 4 years in accounting, auditing or related investigative field.
• Experience in forensic accounting or fraud investigations.
• Strong analytical and investigative mindset.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools and investigation software.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic accounting investigations into fraud, financial misconduct and irregularities.
• Analyze financial data, identify patterns and trace transactions to uncover illicit activity.
• Prepare detailed forensic reports, findings and evidence summaries.
• Assist legal counsel with case strategies and litigation preparation.
• Provide expert witness testimony explaining complex financial matters.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Fraud investigations

Data analysis

Report writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Auditing or related field

CA(SA)/CFE/CIA or equivalent

Tools

Data analysis software

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a highly analytical Forensic Accountant to join its Upington team. The role focuses on complex financial investigations, fraud detection, and providing support for litigation through detailed reporting and expert testimony.

You will work with law enforcement and regulatory bodies while upholding strict confidentiality and integrity. The ideal candidate has a strong accounting background, professional credentials, and at least four years of relevant investigative