Senior Associate – Forensic / Anti-Fraud & Compliance Programs

Job Title: Senior Associate – Forensic / Anti-Fraud & Compliance Programs
Service Line / Team: Forensic Services

We at BDO in UAE are a diverse group of individuals from many cultures, and we share a common ambition: to make a difference and be the spontaneous choice in the industry. We have an excellent Partner–to–staff ratio and an encouraging gender ratio, giving you more flexibility and high priority on mentorship and professional development.

At BDO, we understand that being the leader in exceptional client service begins – and ends – with exceptional regard for our people. Relationships matter in our work and interactions with clients and how we work and interact with each other. What differentiates BDO as an employer is our focus on relationships.

Your opportunity

The Senior associate will be responsible for assisting in analyzing, and reporting on large complex datasets, working with the engagement Manager and interacting with clients.

The person for this role is required to have strong technical and functional knowledge and experience in Fraud Risk Management and Investigations.

Your key job responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to, the following:

  • Supports forensic assignments with a focus on fraud risk management programs, Anti-Bribery and Corruption Compliance
  • Assist clients in setting up anti-fraud and compliance programs with a focus on governance structures
  • Help develop anti-fraud related policies and procedures for clients across Industry sectors
  • Experience in identifying fraud risks and related Risk and Control Self Assessments, including identifying fraud and misconduct related red flags by analysing accounts and transaction patterns
  • Managing various streams across multiple engagements in a professional manner and ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Actively participates in client discussions and meetings
  • Communicate with clients in an organized, and knowledgeable manner, delivering clear, concise, and accurate documents and deliverables 
  • Assist in development of proposals and thought leadership

Key qualification & experience

  • CA or ACCA
  • Three to four years of experience in Anti-fraud and Compliance space, including investigations 
  • Certified Fraud Examiner, AML and/or Risk and Compliance related certification preferred 
  • Experience in analyzing large sets of data, including on Tableau or Power BI
  • Fluent English Communication skills (working knowledge of Arabic will be plus)
  • Highly Proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Project Management skills, including ability to travel and work extended hours, if required
  • Strong orientation towards client service

How to join us

We seek people who are driven and who work towards the best interest of the Team and the Firm – passionate professionals who are keen to develop lasting relationships, both internally and with our clients.

Please send in your detailed resume by clicking the below link. If you are successful in your application, one of our resourcing teams will contact you to discuss the next steps.