JUNIOR / FORENSIC INVESTIGATOR AND / OR DUE DILIGENCE ASSISTANT

Job Advert Summary

We are looking for a junior forensic investigator & Due Diligence expert to provide a range of forensic services and undertake general administration duties within Moore Forensics and in support of its organisational objectives and to be responsible for conducting comprehensive due diligence investigations to assess the integrity and viability of potential tenderers and other entities. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, mitigating risks and supporting informed decision-making processes

Minimum Requirements

• We are seeking candidates with oversight/control experience with an audit firm, with specific audit and financial experience and knowledge of the key regulatory requirements particularly in relation to the PMFA, MMFA.
• Strong in accounting and understanding financials.
• Strong investigative skills.
• Strong analytical, organisational and project management skills are also key, and candidates with have a high sense of responsibility and great interpersonal skills.
• Candidates must have strong report writing skills and be able to work in highly pressurised environment with adherence to deadlines.
• Commit to deadlines.
• Work long hours
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Candidates must be available immediately.

Qualifications:

• 3 – 5 years bachelor’s degree in either commerce, auditing or accounting, will be an added advantage AND A Minimum OF 2 YEARS DUE DILIGENCE EXPERIENCE
• Candidates without the above requirement will not be considered
• Registration with ACFE or ICFP accreditation will be an added advantage.

MUST HAVE OWN TRANSPORT

INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONDUCTED IN PERSON AND NOT ONLINE OR VIA WHATSAPP

Duties and Responsibilities

Key responsibilities:

• Perform, organise and conduct, due diligence reviews for a key client including onsite visits (if required) and production of reports.
• Prepare and develop template due diligence oversight reports.
• Co-ordinate and perform where appropriate, with required back-up, due diligence on the relevant parties, including questionnaire completion, follow-up questions and on-site and/or remote sessions.
• Ensure any potential findings and/or recommendations are addressed and remediated, with regular follow-ups and maintaining clear audit trail of follow-ups and escalation as necessary.
• Maintain key internal controls, including a due diligence oversight dashboard, and prepare reporting to the General Manager.
• Participate in specific projects with regards to any regulatory developments in order to update as required related controls and processes in the due diligence process, if required.
• Ensure timely completion of due diligence.
• Assist with forensic investigations when required