Head: Forensic Audit

Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA); Midrand; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks a Director to lead forensic audits and investigations in Midrand, Gauteng. This role focuses on uncovering fraud and ensuring accountability through evidence-based reporting. Candidates should have experience in forensic investigations and strong analytical skills. The position offers a full-time employment opportunity with responsibilities spanning across financial and procurement systems.

Qualifications

• Experience in forensic audits and investigations.
• Strong analytical skills for evidence analysis.
• Knowledge of financial and procurement systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead forensic audits into fraud and misconduct.
• Develop evidence-based reports to support accountability.
• Implement preventative controls to reduce fraud.

Job description

Overview

Lead and manage proactive and reactive forensic audits and investigations into allegations of fraud, corruption, financial misconduct, procurement irregularities, and conflicts of interest. The role aims to protect DBSA’s integrity and ensure accountability through evidence-based reporting and preventative controls.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough forensic audits and investigative work to uncover and document wrongdoing across financial and procurement systems.

Analyze evidence and develop clear, evidence-based reporting to support accountability and risk mitigation.

Develop and implement preventative controls and best practices to reduce future fraud and misconduct.

Seniority Level

Director

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Locations

Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa
Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa