Manager: Forensic Accounting at Financial Intelligence Centre

Financial Intelligence Centre; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in financial regulation is seeking a Director to lead forensic accounting teams in Pretoria. The role involves managing the delivery of forensic evidence, advising on regulatory matters, and collaborating with government agencies. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in forensic accounting, a relevant degree, and strong management skills. This full-time position offers a significant opportunity to influence financial crime investigations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in forensic accounting services.
• Anti-money laundering training or practical experience is required.
• Advanced knowledge of the Constitution and Criminal Procedure Act.

Responsibilities

• Manage activities of forensic accounting teams delivering high-quality forensic evidence.
• Collaborate with government agencies and stakeholders for information access.
• Advise senior management on regulatory challenges and provide solutions.

Skills

Forensic accounting

Team management

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Public speaking

Education

Degree in Criminology, Forensic Accounting, or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

3 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants To manage the activities and output of multi-disciplinary forensic accounting team(s) to provide high-quality forensic evidence to support law enforcement agencies in investigating complex financial crimes in support of the Financial Intelligence Centre's mandate.

Key Performance Areas

Management Competencies Effectively manage specialised forensic accounting teams, ensuring the delivery of complex, timely, and high-quality financial forensic products within the scope of discretion, policy, procedures, and legislative powers.

Serve as a technical reference, mentor, and role model for the team, fostering professional growth and expertise in forensic accounting.

Collaborate with other divisions within the FIC, government agencies, and relevant stakeholders to access necessary information, leveraging experience and skills to secure cooperation and persuade others as needed.

Work closely with senior members of government departments and agencies to produce accurate and comprehensive forensic accounting outputs.

Advise senior management on regulatory, legislative, and financial intelligence challenges, offering solutions to support effective decision-making.

Conduct technical presentations to informed audiences, clearly communicating complex forensic accounting findings and methodologies.

Represent the FIC at designated working groups, meetings, conferences, and seminars, contributing to informed decision-making and policy development.

Develop and execute delivery plans aligned with policy, precedent, and standards, ensuring objectives are met and achievements are reported as required.

Continuously focus on delivery according to predefined plans, making necessary adjustments to improve performance and reduce risk.

Anticipate and resolve problems proactively to ensure targets are met within agreed deadlines and quality standards.

People Management Lead and manage forensic accounting project teams, using judgment and experience to provide prompt, independent solutions for complex investigative needs while exercising appropriate risk management.

Manage workflows and plans, ensuring clarity around accountabilities and objectives within the forensic accounting function.

Set clear function and area objectives, ensuring they are well-known, achievable, and aligned with the overall goals of the FIC and law enforcement agencies.

Ensure objectives are met by prioritising activities, allocating work, and optimizing resources and individual performance to achieve the highest output and quality.

Foster a collaborative and committed environment among subordinates, encouraging teamwork and full commitment to achieving set goals.

Actively manage team performance, providing feedback and development opportunities to enhance effectiveness and efficiency.

Planning and Organising Plan and report on the forensic accounting unit's outputs, identifying potential deviations and challenges, and developing and implementing alternative plans to address them.

Develop and align the forensic accounting unit's quarterly plans with the area's annual plans, ensuring consistency and strategic alignment.

Report on work plan achievements, focusing on meeting quantity, quality, and time targets.

Resources Management Manage allocated resources effectively to ensure efficient delivery of forensic accounting services and support to law enforcement agencies.

Recommend resources and budgetary requirements for annual planning, aligning with the FIC's strategic objectives and operational needs.

Control costs through effective management of key business processes and operational variables, optimizing the use of resources.

Operationalise plans and deploy resources to meet clearly defined objectives over a bi-annual horizon, ensuring resource optimisation and cost control.

Report on the utilisation and effectiveness of the FIC's financial intelligence products, ensuring they meet the needs of law enforcement agencies and contribute to successful outcomes in financial crime investigations.

Governance, Risk Management & Compliance Ensure compliance with code of conduct, policies, procedures and legislative requirements.

Provides input into budget for the division and organisational policies.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of divisional and organisational policies.

Education, Skills & Experience

Degree in subjects such as Criminology, Forensic Accounting, Forensic Investigation Technology, Accounting, Law, Auditing, and Cyber Forensics is highly recommended.

Minimum of 10 years relevant experience in forensic accounting services, analysis, investigation, law and law enforcement is a prerequisite.

Anti-money laundering training or practical experience in the field of combating the proceeds of crime is a prerequisite.

Applied advanced knowledge of the Constitution / Criminal Procedure Act / the intelligence cycle / the POCA and FIC Act as well as the law of evidence.

Display and apply advanced knowledge and experience of working with the domestic financial regulatory framework.

Sound knowledge and experience using the Microsoft Office suite and Excel.

Management experience will be an advantage.

Seniority Level Director Employment Type Full-time Job Function Accounting / Auditing and Finance Industry Legislative Offices #J-