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Job Location drjobs

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

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Job Summary

The Forensic Auditor - Investigations is responsible for leading and executing complex investigations into fraud financial misconduct and ethical breaches of company policy across the organization. This role applies forensic expertise to uncover risk gather and analyze evidence manage investigative processes engage stakeholders and report outcomes in a timely and transparent manner.

In addition the position supports fraud risk management initiatives enhances internal controls contributes to compliance and ethics frameworks and where required acts as a liaison during legal proceedings related to investigations.

This role is critical in safeguarding the Groups assets ensuring accountability and fostering a culture of integrity across all business units.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

1. Investigations Management

  • Serve as the primary lead for all internal investigations relating to fraud corruption financial misreporting conflict of interest asset misappropriation harassment and other misconduct.
  • Develop structured investigation plans including scoping resource allocation and timelines.
  • Conduct confidential interviews while maintaining due process and fairness
  • Maintain detailed case files and ensure documentation integrity.
  • Draft concise evidence-based reports with findings root cause and actionable recommendations.

2. Stakeholder Engagement & Legal Proceedings

  • Serve as primary liaison with Legal HR Compliance and business leaders throughout investigations.
  • Ensure all investigations comply with internal policies and legal regulations.
  • Provide regular updates and briefings to senior leadership.
  • Support disciplinary or legal actions based on investigative findings.
  • Represent the organization in legal proceedings when necessary.

3. Fraud Risk Management & Advisory

  • Analyze case trends and root causes to recommend improvements to internal controls.
  • Contribute to anti-fraud and ethics policy development.
  • Conduct fraud risk awareness training.
  • Provide fraud risk inputs to enterprise risk assessments.

4. Governance Reporting & Continuous Improvement

  • Manage a case tracking system for reporting and trend analysis. Generate dashboards and periodic reports for executive review.
  • Benchmark investigation procedures against industry standards.
  • Contribute to the revisions of Whistleblower Ethics and Investigation Protocols.

5. Technology & Data Analytics in Investigations

  • Leverage forensic tools and data analytics to detect anomalies and risk indicators
  • Apply digital forensic methods and continuous monitoring practices to improve investigative effectiveness.


Requirements
  • Bachelors degree in Accounting Forensics or related discipline; a Masters degree is an advantage.
  • Certifications such as CFE ACA ACCA CIA preferred.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in investigations forensic audit compliance or law enforcement.
  • Expertise in investigative protocols fraud schemes and evidence documentation.
  • Experience with forensic and data analytics tools.
  • Ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion and independence.
  • Strong verbal/written communication; report writing.
  • High integrity objectivity and professional skepticism.
  • Willingness to travel within and outside the country as required.


Benefits
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A collaborative and innovative work environment.
  • The chance to make a significant impact on our business through data-driven insights.
  • Private Health Insurance
  • Opportunities for Professional Growth and Career Advancement

Employment Type

Full-Time

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