Forensic Manager

About Us:

Baker Tilly JFC is a leading consulting firm specializing in providing expert solutions in the areas of governance, risk management, and compliance. We partner with organizations across various industries to enhance their internal processes, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. As part of our commitment to delivering excellence, we are seeking a talented and motivated individual to join our team as a Forensic Manager.

Job Summary:

The Forensic Manager is responsible for leading fraud investigations, forensic accounting reviews, and litigation support engagements as per the client requirements. This role involves identifying financial irregularities, gathering evidence, conducting forensic analysis, and providing insights to mitigate fraud risks. The position also ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and enhances the client organization’s fraud risk management framework.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fraud Investigation & Forensic Analysis

• Lead and conduct forensic investigations related to fraud, corruption, financial misstatements, and regulatory violations.
• Perform forensic accounting and data analytics to detect anomalies, suspicious transactions, and fraudulent activities.
• Utilize digital forensics techniques to analyze emails, financial records, and system logs.
• Preserve and document electronic and physical evidence while maintaining chain of custody.

2. Risk Assessment & Fraud Prevention

• Conduct fraud risk assessments for clients and develop strategies to prevent financial crimes.
• Identify weaknesses in internal controls systems at the client organisation and recommend improvements.
• Implement fraud detection and monitoring tools, including data analytics solutions.

3. Stakeholder Engagement & Training

• Collaborate with client senior management, legal, compliance, and law enforcement agencies as needed.
• Provide fraud awareness training and forensic investigation best practices to client employees.
• Prepare and present reports with key findings and risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Law, or a related field.
• Certifications (Preferred): Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS).
• Experience: 6+ years in forensic investigations, fraud risk management, internal audit, or financial crime compliance.
• Strong knowledge of forensic accounting, fraud examination techniques, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with forensic tools such as EnCase, FTK, IDEA, or ACL is a plus.