Role purpose
This role focuses on managing and developing compliance driven reviews, investigations and complex problem-solving engagements using forensic accounting, business intelligence and technology solutions across the Southeast Asia region.
Role tasks and responsibilities
Perform thorough investigations using transaction testing, data analysis, funds flow tracing, process walkthroughs and other document reviews
Conduct and lead effective confrontational and information gathering interviews in the course of internal investigations or risk assessments
Conduct in-depth public domain research in English in connection with engagements
Write well-structured reports and proposals in professional English as well as present factual findings to clients
Create project teams, set tasks, deliverables and budgets
Lead projects to ensure rigorous quality control, compliance with internal policies, and high service delivery
Ensure projects are priced, structured and managed effectively to deliver on profit and within target margins
Ensure successful completion of the project including prompt invoicing and participating in the collection process
Mentor junior members of the team from a technical, professional or project management perspectives
Represent Control Risks at events and other business development functions to develop Control Risks' profile in the region
Assist with the development of strategies and business plans to expand Control Risks' standing with existing and potential clients in the Southeast Asia region
Identify opportunities to differentiate Control Risks' services by applying crisis management, business intelligence and political and country risk methodologies from other practice areas
Knowledge and experience
Essential
At least 5 years of professional consulting experience, including experience in forensic accounting, investigations and/or compliance
Understanding of the complexities of carrying out compliance investigations in the Southeast Asia region
Extensive and demonstrable experience of operating within a commercial environment
Proven track record of successful project management and gaining repeat business from clients
Proven experience of successfully building effective and strong client relationships
Commercial experience across the Southeast Asia region, and understanding of that market and its specific characteristics in terms of corporate investigation services
Qualifications and specialist skills
Essential
Minimum undergraduate degree or equivalent
Strong technical forensic accounting and investigative skills a must
Advanced skills in research, business intelligence, analysis and report writing
Fluency in English (spoken, written, reading)
Extensive and demonstrable experience of operating within a commercial environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Methodical approach and strong project management skills
Close attention to detail
Preferred
Professional qualifications in legal, accounting and/or finance strongly preferred
Fluency in Mandarin Chinese; other regional languages an advantage