Job Description

Manager/Associate Director - ForensicLevel: ExperiencedLocations: BDO MalaysiaContact person: Bonnie ThamFounded in 1964, BDO in Malaysia is one of the five largest professional services firm providing Audit & Assurance, Advisory, Tax and Business Services & Outsourcing (BSO) to businesses ranging from established multinational conglomerates to growth-oriented organisations, whether public or private.BDO\xe2\x80\x99s distinctive reputation is built upon our commitment that a culture of people is the centerpiece of our business and hence ~ Because Relationships Matter, supported by four main components: People, Development, Purpose and Recognition.People - We create a supportive and collaborative environment build on trust.Development - We are committed to nurture our people to grow professionally and personally. We simply believe \xe2\x80\x98Your Career Our Journey\xe2\x80\x99.Purpose - We empower our people to make a positive difference in our organisation ~ for themselves.Recognition - We have a strong local presence under the network of a growing global BDO organisation and a credible brand.OverviewForensic services play a critical role in investigating and analyzing various incidents to provide essential insights into legal, financial and cybersecurity matters. Professionals need to have a systematic approach to problem-solving as they conduct thorough investigations applying specialised techniques.Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team to conduct forensic/investigative audits, provides litigation support and regulatory compliance reviews in line with the firm\'s risk management practices.
• Lead fact-finding and admission-seeking interviews. Review interview notes & summaries.
• Work with the team to collect and analyse data to assist in the evaluation of allegations of fraud/irregularities.
• Review and analyse financial information, including using data analytics to identify patterns, trends, and anomalies that could indicate evidence of fraudulent activities or financial misconduct.
• Identify issues and root causes, including internal control weaknesses, and make recommendations to strengthen controls and prevent future occurrences of the issues/incidents.
• Lead and manage a team of forensics professional by providing them guidance in their work engagements and professional development.
• Be the primary point of contact for clients. Understand their needs, address their concerns, and provide proactive advice on fraud prevention and risk management.
• Contribute to documentation and evidence preparation for presentation in court, as and when required.
• Identify any new areas of client service, prepare proposals, and demonstrate the firm\xe2\x80\x99s expertise in forensic services.

Education and professional skills/ knowledgeExperience and Education:

• A minimum of 6 years\xe2\x80\x99 working experience in an accounting or auditing role.
• A recognized degree in Finance and Accounting or equivalent with at least a second class upper classification.
• Additional professional qualification in Forensic related fields, such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) will be an added advantage.

Other skills:

• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team efficiently.
• Sound judgement, decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, technical and report writing.
• Strong investigative and analytical skills
• Attention to detail and ability to spot inaccuracies and/or inconsistencies
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and possess high integrity
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Kindly submit your application together with your resume, along with copies of your latest academic and professional transcripts.

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