Forensic Auditor/Director

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1. Practice Leadership & Strategic Growth

• Lead the Forensic & Investigation Services (FIS) practice, driving P&L ownership, revenue growth, and market expansion.
• Develop a strategic roadmap to position as a preferred advisor in fraud risk management and forensic investigations.
• Represent the firm in industry forums, regulatory discussions, and professional networks to build brand visibility.

2. Client Engagement & Business Development

• Originate and manage large-scale forensic assignments across sectors such as banking, manufacturing, real estate, and government.
• Build and maintain CXO and board-level relationships with corporates, financial institutions, and legal counsel.
• Cross-sell risk advisory, tax investigation, and compliance services in collaboration with other service lines.

3. Forensic Investigations & Litigation Support

• Lead high-stakes fraud investigations, asset misappropriation, bribery, and corruption cases.
• Conduct digital forensics, fund-tracing, and data analytics using advanced forensic tools.
• Provide expert witness testimony in litigation, arbitration, and regulatory proceedings.

4. Risk Advisory & Preventive Frameworks

• Advise clients on fraud risk assessment, anti-bribery & corruption (ABAC) programs, and whistleblower frameworks.
• Support clients in designing enterprise-wide fraud risk management and internal control systems.
• Assist in M&A forensic due diligence and background checks for financial integrity.

5. Knowledge Leadership & Training

• Publish whitepapers, case studies, and thought leadership pieces on fraud trends and regulatory changes.
• Conduct workshops and training programs for clients and internal teams on fraud prevention and forensic accounting.

6. Team Development & Collaboration

• Mentor and build a specialized team of forensic auditors, data analysts, and investigators.
• Collaborate closely with Tax, Audit, and Risk Advisory teams to deliver integrated client solutions.

Key Requirements & Qualifications

Educational Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA), CPA, or equivalent; CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) or CFA (Certified Forensic Accountant) preferred.

Professional Experience

• 12–18 years of forensic audit and investigation experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership / Partner / Director role in a Big4 or reputed consulting firm.
• Strong expertise in financial investigations, corporate fraud, and dispute resolution.
• Demonstrated business development and practice-building experience.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical, investigative, and litigation support skills.
• Exceptional networking, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive, high-profile investigations with discretion.
• Strong leadership and team mentoring capabilities.