Job Description

Job Title

Associate Consultant (Intern) -- Forensic Accounting, Compliance & Monitoring, and Commercial Disputes

Location

South Africa -- preferred office: Johannesburg or Cape Town (hybrid working arrangement; office attendance as required by engagement)

Contract

12?month fixed?term internship commencing 1 February

About StoneTurn

StoneTurn, a global professional services firm, works with law firms, corporations, and government agencies in solving the most complex and consequential business issues. StoneTurn has earned the trust of clients and regulators worldwide by deploying multidisciplinary teams of industry leaders to provide unique expertise with forensics and investigations, risk and compliance, data and technology, economic and dispute advisory, and strategic business consulting. Founded in 2004, StoneTurn operates from offices across five continents and is widely lauded for its commitment to collaboration, integrity, and independence.

Role Summary

You will support the Forensic Accounting, Compliance & Monitoring, and Commercial Disputes team by performing forensic accounting / investigations and financial analyses in enforcement, regulatory and litigation matters. You will work alongside experienced accountants, auditors and investigators to develop analytical outputs, evidence packages and client deliverables while learning engagement processes and professional standards in a fast?paced, people?first environment.

Key Responsibilities

Gather, organise and analyse client documentation and source data to advance engagement objectives. Read, interpret and summarise financial / non-financial information, policies and corporate records. Compile and evaluate facts and circumstances to substantiate, refine or challenge theories and conclusions. Build and use financial models to convert complex data into clear analyses and exhibits. Prepare analyses of information obtained and present findings in client deliverables, including visual exhibits. Conduct document review aligned with engagement objectives and escalate relevant materials for senior review. Assist in interview preparation and execution during forensic accounting / investigation matters. Communicate work product clearly and professionally to supervisors, managers and clients, both orally and in writing. Assist with engagement administration (budgeting, billing, conflict checks) as required. Assist with business development activities (planning of events, assistance with preparation and finalization of proposals) as required.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Completed Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Forensic Accounting or related discipline Strong analytical, technical and interpersonal skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English Good prioritisation and time management; able to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Desirable Skills:

Prior exposure to professional environments (audit, consulting, financial analysis). Knowledge of relational databases and SQL. Additional language skills (Afrikaans, isiXhosa, isiZulu or other South African languages). Interest in pursuing professional accounting accreditation (FP(SA), CFE, or similar).

Applicants for employment in South Africa must have work authorisation that does not now or in the future require sponsorship by StoneTurn.



StoneTurn is an Equal Opportunity Employer.



Closing date for applications is 29 November. Only persons invited for an interview will be contacted.



For additional information, go to www.stoneturn.com.