National Office – Forensic Auditor

Legal Aid SA is a National Public Entity; a key contributor to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, providing quality legal services to indigent and vulnerable persons. The organisation has a national footprint in all nine provinces. Legal Aid SA is a credible employer of choice, boasting Top Employer SA accreditation for 12 consecutive years. We offer an exciting Employment Value Proposition with opportunities for development, career growth and an inspiring workplace.

Applications are invited from persons interested to fill in the above-mentioned position. The incumbent will be appointed on a permanent basis.
The position is based in Braamfontein.

• Classify alleged incident into fraud, corruption, maladministration, employee misconduct and all other relevant breaches of laws/policies.
• Reach an understanding with the client about the scope and limitations of the fraud examination and the responsibilities of all parties involved.
• Determine the purpose, objective and determine the approach of an investigation.
• Identify and interview relevant personnel that will be of assistance in an investigation and the alleged perpetrator.
• Investigate allegations of irregularities including fraud in line with policies, procedures and legislation and/or in line with the department’s methodology.
• Identify and request relevant documents and all exhibits and annexures to support the results of investigations including findings raised in the report.
• Obtain evidence or other documentation to establish a reasonable basis for any opinion rendered. No opinion shall be expressed regarding the guilt or innocence of any person or party.
• Shall not reveal any confidential information obtained during a professional engagement without proper authorisation.
• Will reveal all material matters discovered during the course of an examination, which, if omitted, could cause a distortion of the facts.
• Provide assistance in regard to disciplinary enquiries, as may be requested by Management.
• Give evidence on behalf of Legal Aid SA in criminal and civil matters, when the need arises.
• Provide an analysis of the impact assessment of fraud incidents and control environment.
• Create and implement Legal Aid SA’s fraud awareness, promote ethics and prevention programmes internally through the different mediums.
• Compilation of comprehensive draft reports on all investigated incidents, which should include findings and recommendations for review by a Forensic Audit Supervisor.
• Compilation and maintenance of an Investigating Register and Forensic Findings Register.
• Engage with relevant stakeholders during the investigation process, which includes internal and external staff, Management as well as SAPS.
• Assist the Forensic Audit Supervisor with the quarterly performance reports to the Audit Committee and provide input into the Management and Board reports.
• Follow up on the recommended course of actions not followed up to ascertain if they were implemented and the Investigations Register updated.
• Assist the Forensic Audit Supervisor with the annual review of the Forensic Methodology, Standard Operating Procedures and other governance instruments.
• Do not disclose confidential or privileged information obtained during the course of a fraud examination without the express permission of a proper authority (CEO) or the lawful order of a court. Uphold the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, an association of professionals committed to performing at the highest level of ethical conduct. Members of the Association pledge themselves to act with integrity and to perform their work in a professional manner.

• Three-year qualification with courses in Accounting, Auditing, Internal Auditing or Law. Membership of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners will be advantageous.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience in investigation/prosecution as well as giving evidence in court.
• In-depth knowledge of forensic auditing and corporate governance disciplines and how to implement and leverage these within a complex business environment:
  • Working knowledge of PFMA, POCA, POPI, RICA, National Treasury Regulations,…