Job Vacancies at Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC)

Key Performance Areas include:

• Provide advice and guidance to the management and employees in respect of the HR framework and ensure compliance.
• Facilitate end to end recruitment, selection and placement process which include but not limited to, advertising vacant positions, screening applications and conducting interviews.
• Maintain and handle personnel records/information in accordance with the applicable laws as well as FIC’s policies and procedures.
• Liaise with HR service providers in the sourcing and delivery of standard services and resolve queries.
• Facilitate engagement sessions/meetings on people management matters as directed.  
• Onboard new employees through conducting induction and facilitating the full process up to probation completion.
• Support and assist in the implementation of HR interventions.
• Administer termination/offboarding processes and conduct exit interviews.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance HR policies, practices and processes.
• Facilitate and implement performance management system/process.
• Assist with the preparation of the employment equity plans/reports and its implementation.
• Compile standard quantitative/qualitative reports, identify gaps and provide interpretation in line with the requirements from the HR center of excellence and business requirements 
• Resolve queries within policies, practices and legislation.
• Facilitate and co-ordinate skills development initiatives when required.
• Facilitate/coordinate employee wellness initiatives when required.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of payroll documentation in line with set deadlines.
• Stay abreast of any changes in the regulatory framework and recommend amendments to HR policies and procedures.
• Provide human resources administrative support including filing.
• Perform any other duty as assigned

Education

• A relevant degree (preferably in Human Resources) or NQF level 7 equivalent

Experience

• 3-5 years demonstrated experience in the HR disciplines
• Attention to detail
• Strong sense of confidentiality
• Planning and organising skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently

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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 

• Analyse, interpret, summarise, and present financial information and relevant data, ensuring clarity and accuracy in documentation under guidance.
• Support the identification and investigation of patterns and connections within financial data, aiding in the detection of potential irregularities or criminal activities.
• Collaborate with senior team members to verbalise key findings and contribute insights to relevant forums, fostering effective communication and decision-making processes.
• Determine relevance and completeness of information or evidence and identify gaps under guidance.
• Perform various calculations including income and losses; transaction summaries; tracing of source and destination of funds, tracing of assets; performing present value calculations utilising appropriate rates. 
• Utilise computerised applications such as a spreadsheet, database or computer model and utilise charts and graphics to explain findings. 
• Investigate and contextualise financial information / evidence in support of law enforcement efforts by capturing findings and conclusions in the required reporting format and systems and submit investigation outcomes, trends and recommendations as prescribed by relevant policies and procedure.
• Conduct analysis within acceptable quality norms required under guidance.
• Facilitate the handing over of intelligence / evidence to designated authorities under guidance.
• Assist in legal proceedings, including testifying in court  for less complex matters regarding forensic report findings and prepare visual aids to substantiate findings.
• Plan and manage personal outputs with limited supervision and interact with team members.
• Execute tasks expeditiously and within set action plans and time frames.
• Compile reports and case studies for training purposes and benchmarking for review by the senior team.  

EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Degree in BCom accounting or forensic accounting or B Compt 
• At least one years' experience in a forensic accounting field
• Working experience in one of the following industries is preferable:
• Consulting in fraud risk assessments, internal investigations, anti-money laundering compliance projects, data analysis and internal auditing, detecting and preventing financial crimes.
• Forensic services including forensic accounting, litigation support, and forensic investigation procedures, financial crimes, facilitates collaboration with legal teams during investigations and court proceedings.
• Financial services in banking, investment, or insurance sectors.
• Comprehensive grasp of laws, regulations, and legal precedents pertaining to evidence.
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing standards, facilitating proficient financial investigations.
• Working knowledge in utilizing a diverse range of investigative techniques to gather vital information.
• Familiarity with principles and methodologies of forensic investigations across different contexts.
• Understanding of pertinent legislation, encompassing Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure Law of Evidence, and associated statutes.
• Possess a sound understanding of the legal framework within the public sector, including the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), Treasury Regulations, and other relevant Treasury Directives will be preferable.
• Required experience in the collection, application, and use of relevant information to substantiate deductions and findings will be an advantage.  
• Working knowledge of data analysis applications, tools, and systems. 
• Knowledge and experience using the Microsoft office suite and Excel is a prerequisite. 
• Anti-Money laundering training will be an added advantageous. 
• Analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Reporting and presentation skills

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES 

• Data Governance, Compliance and Ethics – Intermediate  
• Data Literacy - Intermediate
• Data Collection and Analysis - Intermediate
• Insights and Reporting - Intermediate
• Data Quality - Intermediate
• Data Requirements Identification - Intermediate
• Data Stewardship – Intermediate
• Data Visualisation and Presentation – Intermediate