Job Description

Fraud Investigations Specialist

Job Code

30001927

Basic Function

The Audit Specialist - Fraud Investigations will be tasked with managing as well as conducting investigations of potential fraud and abuse activities. Plans and executes investigations in accordance with accepted standards. Prepares formal written reports of investigations detailing the investigation findings and expressing opinions on the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company's system of managerial and internal controls. Coaches and mentors inexperienced investigators. Introduces innovative fraud detection techniques and creates fraud awareness within the organization.

Scope

The role is based out of Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare Internal Auditing department in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The role requires successful completion of assigned investigations, from planning to reporting. Depending on the assigned engagement, the candidate will report to one or more member of the Senior Audit management team. The candidate will manage and direct daily activities of more junior investigators assigned to assist the Fraud Investigations Specialist during an engagement. Work hours are assigned to meet operational needs of the assigned area. Direction is through the department head.

Principal Contacts

Daily with Department Heads and Division Heads level during the course of an audit to assist in identifying actual and potential problem areas in their respective operations. Ongoing contact with Audit Manager/Chief Auditor to assure investigation scope scope and direction. Regularly with Occasional public and community contact through communicating policy changes, revisions, and/or introduction of new work rules.

Principal Duties

Monitor the hotline and execute and/or oversee the execution of investigations in accordance with accepted standards. This includes but is not limited to:

Maintaining the log of reported allegations and prioritizing assigned cases. Gathering evidence related to reported allegations. Surveying functions and activities in assigned areas to determine the nature of operations. Determining, or assisting in determining, the investigative techniques to be used, including statistical sampling and the use of forensic data collection. Performing special audits in a professional manner. Obtaining, analyzing, and appraising evidence as a basis for an informed, objective opinion on the validity of the allegations. Conducting interviews and interrogations as part of evidence collection. Identifying the key control points of the system. Supervising and training junior investigators on investigative techniques. Evaluating the effectiveness of processes and systems. Making presentations to management during and at the conclusion of the special audit, discussing deficiencies and recommending corrective action to improve operations and reduce cost. Create fraud awareness within the organization. Introduce innovative fraud detection programs. Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over activities investigated and prepare or assist in preparing a formal written report expressing opinion on same and including recommendations to alleviate any deficiencies noted. Flexible to travel In-Kingdom and/or Out of Kingdom. However, minimal travel is expected.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Criminology or other business related field Master's degree in one of the related fields is preferred

Experience

Minimum of Ten (10) years of experience in forensic accounting, fraud investigation, auditing, law enforcement, compliance or a related field where developed and utilized expert interviewing and investigative techniques have been utilized. Proven track record in leading teams in investigating complex cases.

Certifications/Other requirements as applicable

A minimum of one job-related certification is a must: Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Professional Certified Investigator (PCI), Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Ability to quickly evaluate allegations of Fraud, Abuse and Conflicts of Interest and determine the violation of Law, Regulation or Company Policy. Ability to utilize effective, modern investigative techniques to quickly unravel, explain and report complicated fraud and conflicts of interest schemes. Ability to carefully analyze facts and evidence to timely form sound, evidence based conclusions concerning violations of Law, Regulation or Company Policy. Ability to digest and understand the overall details of a Company with complex worldwide operations to make constructive recommendations for the betterment thereof. Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communications in English with solid presentation and interpersonal skills.