Fraud Investigator

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Immediate Superior: Fraud Auditor
Job Grade: 10
Location: Sandton, Gauteng
Function: Finance
Sub Function: P&CI
Type of Contract: Permanent
Reference Number: 134687
Closing Date: 17/04/2025

Key Responsibilities:

1. Conducting investigations into fraud, corruption and other misconduct reported and assist in creating fraud awareness to support the Corporate strategic objectives.
2. Investigate allegations of fraud and other reported misconduct in accordance with Labour Relations Act and criminal procedure requirements.
3. Assist with the mitigation of fraud risk in Heineken Beverages by identifying control breakdowns and weaknesses as part of forensic investigations.
4. Assist in actively seeking to improve business processes and service requirements to support the identification and investigation of fraud-related incidences within the Heineken Beverages business environment.
5. Assess and interpret evidence, compile reports and affidavits concerning irregularities, regulatory transgressions and criminal conduct and make valid recommendations for further actions.
6. Compile case dockets for criminal prosecution.
7. Identify trends and make recommendations with reference to implementation of preventative measures and areas of risk.
8. Testify at internal, CCMA and criminal proceedings.
9. Assist in execution of the awareness campaigns as per the agreed plan.
10. Manage own time spent on projects/cases efficiently and in line with instructions from management.
11. Consistently deliver all results on time, within allocated budget to the right quality.
12. Build, maintain and improve relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external.
13. Collaborate and understand the needs of the business and provide solutions and recommendations to deliver on business expectations.
14. Continuously drive innovative ideas and implement innovative processes to improve overall efficiency and contribute added value.
15. Take responsibility for own development and contribute to team effectiveness.
16. Agree on personal performance goals and achievement thereof.
17. Demonstrate the Heineken Beverages Corporate Values and drive own development to ensure knowledge and skills remain current.

Requirement:

1. Relevant qualification consisting of Forensic; Law or Commerce. (Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Post Graduate Qualification in Forensic auditing and criminal justice would be an advantage).
2. Must have at least 3 - 5 years Corporate or FMCG experience in fraud investigations.
3. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal), with the ability to effectively communicate on all levels of the business.
4. Report writing experience.
5. Experience in testifying in disciplinary, CCMA and criminal hearings.
6. Proven computer literacy in MS Office.
7. Strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities.
8. Good business acumen.
9. Ability to work independently, accurately and well under pressure.
10. Reliability, flexibility and ability to perform under pressure.
11. High level of confidentiality and integrity to be maintained.

The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. Heineken Beverages (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd is committed to an organisational culture that recognises, appreciates and values inclusion and diversity. You must be fully eligible to live and work in South Africa to apply.