Consultant, Forensic Services

Job purpose:

The overall objective of the consultant is to support clients and help to protect their integrity, reputation and assets when investing or operating in the region.

The main responsibility of the Consultant will be:

• Work on complex forensic accounting investigations and compliance program reviews across a wide range of sectors, including transactional test work, data analysis and report preparation.
• To provide advisory services by participating in the different projects we conduct in the forensics practice, including many related to HR related investigations that include interviewing whistleblowers, alleged victims, witnesses and suspects.
• To manage smaller projects on their own, and be able to lead parts of bigger projects, reporting to more senior people in the organization.
• All projects will focus on Latin America, but particularly on Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean.
• Keep the Manager informed about the status and progress of projects, communication should be constant and efficient.
• Specific tasks will be required for this position, including to conduct transaction testing analysis, processes evaluation and identification of fraud and corruption risks evaluation.

• 4-5 years of experience in at least one of the following areas: forensics accounting, internal audit, compliance, internal controls.
• Experience in conducting transaction testing reviews, data analytics projects and design and review of compliance policies and procedures.
• Awareness of a wide range of regulations concerning our clients, including the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, SOX, anti-trust rules and regulations, among others.
• Knowledge of research and analysis of entities and individuals with an understanding of commercial aspects of research and consulting.
• Experience in conducting investigative interviews.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)
• Forensics accounting and technology
• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance or Business
• Analytical thought and investigative mind
• Attention to detail and dedicated when conducting in depth analysis
• Proven track-record as a team player, but also ability to work autonomously
• Excellent written and oral language skills in English and Spanish
• Self-starter, allied with pragmatism and common sense
• Understanding of the confidential nature of our work
• Ability to manage deadlines, prioritize workload and work under pressure
• Ability to understand and summarize large amounts of information in a concise manner and communicate these to colleagues and clients
• Willingness to travel