Audit, Risk & Forensic Manager

RecruitMyMom • Full-time • Paarl, Western Cape • 3w ago

A leading company in the renewable energy sector is seeking an experienced Audit, Risk & Forensic Manager to provide independent assurance that governance, risk management, internal control, and forensic oversight frameworks are robust, effective, and aligned with organisational objectives.
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The role spans renewable energy projects, manufacturing, and logistics operations, with a strong focus on forensic risk identification, fraud prevention, misconduct investigations, and regulatory compliance. The incumbent will play a key role in identifying, investigating, and mitigating strategic, operational, financial, compliance, and integrity -related risks that could impact organisational performance or reputation, while fostering a culture of accountability, ethics, and continuous improvement.<\/span>
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Key Responsibilities:<\/b><\/span>
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Internal Audit, Assurance & Forensic Reviews<\/i>
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Develop and manage a risk -based annual internal audit plan, incorporating forensic risk areas across renewable energy projects, operations, and corporate functions.
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Conduct operational, financial, compliance, and forensic audits to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, fraud prevention measures, and governance practices.
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Identify control weaknesses, irregularities, and potential indicators of fraud, corruption, or misconduct.
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Prepare clear, evidence -based audit and forensic findings with practical, actionable recommendations for management and the Risk Oversight Committee.
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Lead or support forensic investigations into suspected fraud, unethical conduct, regulatory breaches, or financial irregularities.
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Monitor and track the implementation of audit and investigation recommendations and corrective actions.<\/span>
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Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)<\/i>
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Design, implement, and maintain an Enterprise Risk Management framework aligned to strategic objectives, risk appetite, and regulatory expectations.
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Identify, assess, and prioritise strategic, operational, financial, compliance, and fraud -related risks across renewable energy projects, manufacturing, logistics, and support functions.
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Maintain and update the Risk Register, incorporating emerging forensic and integrity risks.
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Facilitate periodic risk assessments and workshops to support risk -informed decision -making at executive and Board level.<\/span>
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Risk Mitigation, Controls & Forensic Prevention<\/i>
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Develop and oversee risk treatment and control enhancement plans, with a strong emphasis on fraud prevention and detection.
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Provide independent assurance over the design and operating effectiveness of controls across:
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Project execution and capital expenditure
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Procurement and supplier management
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Inventory, production, and logistics
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Financial reporting and payments
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Evaluate segregation of duties, authority limits, and monitoring controls to reduce exposure to fraud and misconduct.
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Identify opportunities for process improvement, efficiency, and control optimisation.<\/span>
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Compliance, Ethics & Quality Oversight<\/i>
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Monitor regulatory and legislative developments impacting renewable energy, manufacturing, logistics, and corporate governance.
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Ensure ongoing compliance with financial, regulatory, governance, and industry standards, including ethical and integrity frameworks.
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Support the development and oversight of compliance, ethics, and whistleblowing mechanisms.
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Promote integration of audit, forensic, compliance, risk, and quality assurance frameworks across the organisation.<\/span>
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Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement<\/i>
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Prepare and present comprehensive audit, risk, and forensic reports to the Risk Oversight Committee and Board.
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Communicate complex risk and forensic issues clearly, objectively, and professionally.
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Liaise with internal stakeholders, external auditors, legal advisors, and regulators where required.
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Build strong working relationships across finance, operations, compliance, and executive management.<\/span>
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Strategic Advisory & Culture<\/i>
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Advise management on emerging forensic, regulatory, and integrity risks related to renewable energy projects, strategic initiatives, and investments.
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Support leadership in embedding risk -based thinking, ethical conduct, and compliance awareness throughout the organisation.
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Champion a culture of integrity, transparency, accountability, and proactive risk management.<\/span>
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Requirements<\/h3>

Postgraduate degree in Forensic Auditing, Risk Management, Auditing, Finance<\/b>, or a related discipline.
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Professional certification such as CIA, CA(SA), CISA, CRMA<\/b>, or equivalent is preferred.
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Forensic -specific qualifications<\/i> (e.g. Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or equivalent forensic accreditation) will be highly advantageous<\/b>.
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5 - 7 years' experience in fraud risk management, fraud risk management, governance, and enterprise risk<\/b>,
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2 - 5 years’ experience<\/b> with demonstrable hands -on involvement in:
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Forensic investigations into fraud, misconduct, financial irregularities, or regulatory breaches
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Root cause analysis and control failure assessments
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Evidence gathering, interviewing, and reporting suitable for executive, board, or regulatory review
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Experience within renewable energy, manufacturing, logistics, construction, or other capital -intensive and project -driven environments<\/b> is strongly preferred.
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Strong working knowledge of:
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Enterprise Risk Management frameworks<\/b> (ISO 31000, COSO)
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Fraud risk management frameworks<\/b>, financial crime controls, and ethics programmes
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Financial, operational, and project controls, including procurement, supply chain, inventory, and capital project risks<\/b>
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Familiarity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001<\/b> is advantageous, particularly where integrated with forensic, compliance, and control assurance activities.
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Behavioural Competencies (Enhanced)<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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Uncompromising ethical standards<\/b>, professional scepticism, and independence of thought.
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Strong forensic mindset<\/b> with the ability to identify red flags, challenge assumptions, and probe beyond surface -level explanations.
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Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills, with the confidence to manage sensitive investigations and high -risk matters<\/b>.
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Ability to influence senior stakeholders, engage credibly at executive and Board level, and handle confidential and contentious issues with discretion.
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Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) (Refined)<\/span><\/span><\/b>
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Delivery of the approved audit, forensic, and risk plan<\/b> within agreed timelines.
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Timely investigation, reporting, and resolution of forensic matters, fraud risks, and control breaches<\/b>.
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Effective implementation and embedding of the ERM and fraud risk management frameworks<\/b>.
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Demonstrable reduction in repeat audit findings, control failures, and forensic incidents.
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Compliance with statutory, governance, and industry standards.
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Quality, clarity, and timeliness of audit, forensic, and risk reporting<\/b> to the Risk Oversight Committee and Board.
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Strong collaboration with Finance, Legal, HSEQ, Compliance, and Operational teams<\/b> to strengthen preventative controls and ethical culture.
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