About the Department

The Risk Advisory Function integrates powerful and practical solutions in cyber security, strategy, regulation and controls, backed by deep business knowledge across multi-disciplinary teams, to help our clients take the opportunity to connect trust, resilience and security for a more positive outcome.

The Forensics function advises local, regional and global clients in the complex areas of Disputes, Discovery, Forensic Analytics, Forensic Investigations (including, fraud, corruption and misconduct), and Financial Crime Advisory.

Deloitte East Africa currently has an exciting opportunity for a dynamic individual to join our Risk Advisory Department – Risk Services as a Forensics Manager in the Forensics Service Line. This position will be based in our Nairobi office in Kenya.

Main purpose of the job

The successful candidate will be responsible for helping clients protect their brand and reputation by proactively advising on their exposure to fraud, corruption, and other business risk issues.

What you will do

• Support the Partner on delivery of designated engagements (fraud risk management, corporate investigations, litigations and dispute advisory, anti-bribery and anti-corruption advisory, supply chain forensics and regulatory compliance and Investigations) and managing the implementation of the agreed deliverables;
• Lead teams to provide high-quality, professional day-to-day execution of engagements and projects in line with the Firm’s risk management practices for clients across a wide range of industries;
• Supervise teams and provide coaching, quality assurance reviews, time management, and ensure constant delivery of high-quality outputs;
• Manage budgets, control costs and report on exceptions;
• Maintain professional and positive client interactions and deal with ad-hoc queries;
• Take a proactive role in developing the forensic knowledge base within the team and assist with the development of in-house expertise;
• Generate innovative solutions on engagements in collaboration with team members to enhance / renew service offerings to clients;
• Oversee the preparation of proposals/tenders and presentations and conduct independence checks; and
• Contribute to personal and overall team development, by staying up to date with forensic accounting related news, technical and regulatory developments.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, business management, law or related disciplines.
• At least 6 years’ relevant working experience.
• A recognized professional qualification such Certified Fraud Examiner-CFE/Certified Public Accountants-CPA/Association of Chartered Certified Accountants-CCA/Certified Internal Auditor-CIA/Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist-ACAMS/Certified Financial Crime Specialist-CFCS or equivalent.
• Exposure to AML, Forensic Accounting, Fraud & Financial Investigations, Business Intelligence, Internal Audit and Compliance.
• An understanding of local, regional or international AML regulatory environment and common money laundering schemes.
• Experience working with AML and Know Your Customer operations at a financial institution would be advantageous.

Behavioural competencies

• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Strong ability to manage relationships and work for results.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Focus on quality and risk.

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of enterprise application assessments including controls and security design reviews, process performance improvement and utilization assessments.
• Expert in field with sound industry and business knowledge.
• Proven ability to manage and execute projects.
• Experience in drafting and presenting client proposals.
• Strong client management and people skills.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Sound business acumen.
• Excellent writing skills.

Your role as a leader

At Deloitte we believe in the importance of leadership at all levels. We expect our people to embrace and live our purpose by challenging themselves to identify issues that are most important for our clients, our people, and for society and make an impact that matters.

Leadership Capabilities

• Living our Purpose – Acts as a role model, embracing and living our purpose and values, and recognizing others for the impact they make.
• Influence – Influences clients, teams, and individuals positively, leading by example and establishing confident relationships with increasingly senior people.
• Performance drive – Delivers exceptional client service; maximizes results and drives high performance from people while fostering collaboration across businesses and borders.
• Strategic direction – Understands key objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns people to objectives and sets priorities and direction
• Talent development – Develops high-performing people and teams through challenging and meaningful opportunities.