Senior Consultant-Forensic Consultant

SNG Grant Thornton; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 90 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a highly skilled Forensic Senior Consultant to join their dynamic team. This role involves identifying and analyzing electronic data, conducting forensic services across various platforms, and presenting findings in court. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in forensic accounting and investigations, with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. If you are motivated and ready to tackle complex challenges in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in investigations, including public and private sectors.
• Strong report-writing skills for complex data presentation.

Responsibilities

• Identification, preservation, analysis, and documentation of electronic data.
• Conduct Digital Forensic Services across all platforms.

Skills

Investigative Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Mindset

Education

BCom in Forensic Accounting

Professional Certification (CFE)

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Excel

EnCase

FTK

X-Ways

Cellebrite

Job description

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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Forensic Senior Consultant to join our team. The ideal candidate should have the ability to identify the information needed to clarify a situation, seek that information from appropriate sources, and use skillful questioning to draw out the information, especially when others are reluctant to disclose it.

Responsibilities:

• Identification, preservation, analysis, and documentation of electronic data.
• Data imaging, preservation in a forensically sound manner, and analysis to present in court proceedings.
• Conduct Digital Forensic Services across all platforms, including Computer Forensics, Network Forensics, Mobile Forensics, and Cloud Forensics.
• Perform data analysis using Power BI, SQL, and Excel.
• Write accurate and professional reports; manage the team and transfer skills to team members.
• Gather diagnostic information effectively, demonstrating attention to detail and communication skills.

Requirements:

• BCom in Forensic Accounting, Accounting, Law, Internal Auditing, or equivalent; professional certifications like CFE are an advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in investigations, including in the public and private sectors, probity services, and fraud risk management.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Technical Skills:

• Experience in digital forensics and evidence handling.
• Familiarity with forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, X-Ways, Cellebrite.
• Expertise in data analysis tools: Power BI, SQL, Excel.
• Strong report-writing skills for complex data presentation.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset.
• Ability to manage a team and work under pressure.
• High ethical standards and discretion.

Desired Qualifications & Certifications:

• Experience in forensic auditing, accounting, and fraud risk management.
• Understanding of criminal, civil, and labor laws.
• Ability to conduct investigative interviews effectively.