DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct Investigations

Lead or support investigations into suspected fraud, corruption, theft, or financial irregularities within the company.

Execute fact-finding reviews and ensure proper documentation of investigative procedures and evidence gathered.

Ad-hoc Reviews

Perform targeted reviews based on internal audit findings, whistleblower reports, or management concerns.

Assess the root cause of control breakdowns and provide actionable recommendations.

Evidence Gathering & Intelligence Reporting

Collect and analyze relevant information, including financial records, digital evidence, interviews, and surveillance data.

Prepare timely, detailed, and confidential investigation reports with conclusions and recommendations.

Support Legal & Disciplinary Processes

Collaborate with legal counsel and law enforcement agencies to support prosecution or disciplinary processes.

Present findings in internal disciplinary hearings or external legal proceedings as required.

Risk Mitigation & Control Improvement

Identify control weaknesses and recommend improvements to mitigate the risk of future occurrences.

Monitor implementation of recommendations and support audit and compliance reviews.

Maintain Investigation Files & Confidentiality

Ensure all investigation files are accurate, secure, and updated in a timely manner.

Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive matters.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

CPA(K), ACCA, CISA, or equivalent.

Certification in Fraud Examination (e.g., CFE) is an added advantage.

Minimum of 5 years in audit and/or investigations, preferably in a commercial organization or reputable audit firm.

Proven experience in conducting forensic investigations and preparing investigation reports.

• Conduct Investigations
• Lead or support investigations into suspected fraud, corruption, theft, or financial irregularities within the company.
• Execute fact-finding reviews and ensure proper documentation of investigative procedures and evidence gathered.
• Ad-hoc Reviews
• Perform targeted reviews based on internal audit findings, whistleblower reports, or management concerns.
• Assess the root cause of control breakdowns and provide actionable recommendations.
• Evidence Gathering & Intelligence Reporting
• Collect and analyze relevant information, including financial records, digital evidence, interviews, and surveillance data.
• Prepare timely, detailed, and confidential investigation reports with conclusions and recommendations.
• Support Legal & Disciplinary Processes
• Collaborate with legal counsel and law enforcement agencies to support prosecution or disciplinary processes.
• Present findings in internal disciplinary hearings or external legal proceedings as required.
• Risk Mitigation & Control Improvement
• Identify control weaknesses and recommend improvements to mitigate the risk of future occurrences.
• Monitor implementation of recommendations and support audit and compliance reviews.
• Maintain Investigation Files & Confidentiality
• Ensure all investigation files are accurate, secure, and updated in a timely manner.
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive matters.

• Proven experience in conducting forensic investigations and preparing investigation reports.

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• CPA(K), ACCA, CISA, or equivalent.
• Certification in Fraud Examination (e.g., CFE) is an added advantage.