Forensic Accountant – Remote First

Placements24; Soweto; Híbrido; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Fully remote work arrangement

Competitive contract rate

Work on high-profile investigations

Professional development opportunities

Be part of a leading global firm

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Forensic Accountant for a remote contract with a leading investigative consultancy. The role covers fraud investigations, data analysis, and expert testimony, conducted from a remote environment with strict confidentiality.

The ideal candidate has a CA(SA)/CIA/CFE or comparable credential, 5+ years in forensic accounting or auditing, and a proven ability to work autonomously, deliver detailed reports, and collaborate with legal teams across time zones.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (CA(SA), CIA, CFE) and forensic accounting training.
• 5+ years of experience in forensic accounting, fraud investigation, or auditing with focus on financial crime.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct forensic investigations into financial fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, and other financial crimes.
• Analyze complex financial records, transactions, and systems to identify anomalies and patterns.
• Develop and execute detailed investigative plans.
• Prepare comprehensive reports documenting findings, methodologies, and conclusions.
• Quantify financial losses from fraudulent activities.
• Assist legal counsel with litigation support and expert testimony.
• Interview witnesses and subjects of investigation.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and data security protocols.
• Stay current with trends in financial crime and forensic accounting techniques.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders in a remote environment.

Conhecimentos

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Written & verbal communication

Independent work

Ethical standards

Legal/regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Forensic accounting software

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CA(SA)/CIA/CFE certification

Ferramentas

Forensic accounting software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a leading investigative consultancy, is seeking a highly analytical and discreet Forensic Accountant to join their fully remote team. This is a challenging and rewarding contract position for professionals experienced in uncovering financial irregularities, fraud, and white-collar crime. You will conduct in-depth investigations, analyze complex financial data, and provide expert testimony when required. This role demands exceptional attention to detail, strong ethical standards, and the ability to work autonomously from a remote location. We are building a best-in-class virtual team to tackle critical financial investigations globally, and this role is key to our success. This is a remote-first opportunity, allowing you to work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection, but our operational base requires you to be adept with the nuances of financial crime investigation relevant to clients potentially in or impacting Soweto, Gauteng, ZA and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic investigations into financial fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, and other financial crimes.


• Analyze complex financial records, transactions, and systems to identify anomalies and patterns.


• Develop and execute detailed investigative plans.


• Prepare comprehensive reports documenting findings, methodologies, and conclusions.


• Quantify financial losses resulting from fraudulent activities.


• Assist legal counsel in litigation support, including preparing exhibits and providing expert testimony.


• Interview witnesses and subjects of investigation.


• Maintain strict confidentiality and data security protocols.


• Stay current with evolving trends in financial crime and forensic accounting techniques.


• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders in a remote environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.


• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIA, CFE) and specialized forensic accounting training.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in forensic accounting, fraud investigation, or auditing with a focus on financial crime.


• Proven experience in financial data analysis, tracing funds, and uncovering irregularities.


• Expertise in using forensic accounting software and tools.


• Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.


• Impeccable attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including report writing and presentation abilities.


• Ability to work independently, manage multiple cases, and meet strict deadlines in a remote setting.


• High ethical standards and integrity.


• Strong understanding of legal and regulatory frameworks related to financial crime.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.


• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.


• Opportunity to work on high-profile and impactful investigations.


• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities in a specialized field.


• Be part of a leading global investigative consultancy.


• Work from anywhere within a suitable time zone for collaboration.