Forensic Accountant x2

Sasol; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasol is seeking a seasoned Forensic Investigator to conduct forensic investigations into economic crime, focusing on forensic accounting methodologies. The role emphasizes identifying risks, implementing preventative actions, and aligning with Sasol Assurance Services operating procedures.

Key duties include leading investigations, assessing internal controls, drafting reports, and engaging experts. A university degree and 6+ years of relevant experience are required, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• 3-4 year university degree is required.
• Minimum 6+ years of relevant experience in forensic accounting or investigations.
• Experience in forensic accounting methodologies and evidence handling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct forensic services within area of responsibility in line with Sasol policies and applicable laws.
• Contribute to the implementation of forensic accounting strategy, methodology, and guidelines.
• Define scope and methodology for forensic investigations and coordinate resources.
• Quantify losses due to economic crime and recommend recovery actions.
• Interview individuals to support forensic findings.
• Assess internal controls and provide improvement recommendations.
• Provide testimony based on forensic findings in investigations.
• Collaborate with experts to gather evidence and form opinions.
• Maintain regulatory understanding related to economic crime risks.
• Draft forensic reports and gather stakeholder comments per reporting protocols.
• Maintain the Forensic Case Management System and track progress.

Skills

Business Data Modelling

Financial Systems

Courage

Assurance, Governance and Compliance

Manages Conflict

Data Collection and Analysis

Manages Ambiguity

Financial Accounting

Ensures Accountability

Financial Acumen

Education

3-4-year Relevant University Degree

Job description

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.

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.

Job Requisition ID

13330

Clsing Date

20 October 2026

OME

CML: Assurance

Location

Secunda

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

• TC_Business Data Modelling
• TC_Financial Systems
• BC_Courage
• TC_Assurance, Governance and Compliance
• BC_Manages Conflict
• TC_Data Collection and Analysis
• BC_Manages Ambiguity
• TC_Financial Accounting
• BC_Ensures Accountability
• BC_Financial Acumen