Fraud, Investigations & Regulatory Enforcement (FIRE) - Associate at PwC South Africa

• Investigate matters relating to economic crime, i.e. allegations of fraud, corruption and/or irregularities including, document review, research, quality control, and perform accounting, economic, and financial statement analysis within established timeframes and budgets allocated;
• Analyse, summarise and draft findings and reports in a clear, logical, and concise manner with appendices;
• Assist in conducting integrity due diligence reviews using various local and international online public sources and databases;
• Support the team on a variety of tasks in connection with project execution, and communicate with clients and other sources for the purpose of obtaining relevant information and documentation;
• Assist in business development initiatives;
• Maintain the highest degree of professional standards; and
• Build strong internal and client relationships.

Key Competencies and Attributes
Essential competencies and attributes:

• Self-starter and motivated
• Detailed-oriented and problem-solving skills
• Logical reasoning and analytical ability
• Resourcefulness
• Stress management skills
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Innovative and creative mind-set
• Open-minded, practical and agile with change
• Proactive and deadline driven approach
• Positive attitude and enthusiasm
• Conflict resolution skills

Qualification & Experience Requirements

Relevant qualifications

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in Forensic Accounting, Accounting, Internal Audit, Business Management or related field.
• The successful candidate should or will be studying towards attaining the Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) certification.

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years work experience in a forensic services environment will be advantageous.
• Sound business acumen and a good understanding of risks and controls.
• Knowledge of data analytics.
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills - Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willing to travel and work overtime.