Lead Financial Auditor - Fraud Detection

Job type:Perm
Town/City:Geneva
Country:Switzerland
Salary/Rate:0
Specialism:Internal Audit
Seniority:Experienced Qualified
Job ref:SMG111
Post Date:08.04.25
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Meet Our Recruiter

Seana McGuinness
Seana McGuinness
Senior Recruitment Consultant focusing on Internal Audit - US

About the Role

Role Overview: 
- Fraud detection – financial-focused role. 
- Sits between Audit and Finance, reporting to the Chief Deputy of Internal Audit. 
- Minimum 2-3 years in audit, with the rest in financial fraud detection. 
- Shipping industry background is a plus, but not essential. 
- 50% global travel (1-3 weeks at a time). 


Key Responsibilities: 
- Identify and detect fraud in financial processes – knowing where to dig (no interviews 
involved). 
- Work closely with both Audit and Finance teams to mitigate fraud risks. 
- Contribute to the development of this new fraud detection function. 
Requirements: 
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is a plus. 


Your impact 
As Lead Financial Auditor - Financial Processes you will: 
- Conduct comprehensive financial audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and 
internal policies. 
- Investigate and identify potential financial fraud, irregularities, and discrepancies. 
- Analyse financial data and transactions using SAP to detect and prevent fraudulent activities. 
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement effective fraud prevention measures. 
- Prepare detailed audit reports and present findings to senior management. 
- Provide recommendations for improving internal controls and processes. 


Your background 
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field. CPA or equivalent certification 
preferred. 
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in financial auditing, with a strong emphasis on financial 
fraud or forensic accounting. 
- Proven experience in the shipping industry is highly desirable. 
- Proficiency in SAP and other financial software. 
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
- High level of integrity and attention to detail. 
- Excellent knowledge of spoken and written English. 


Contract details 
- Full Time. 
- Starting ASAP. 
- EU citizenship or valid Swiss work permit.

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