Job and Person Specification

Job and Person Specification
Title of Role
Forensic Accountant
Team
Operations
Position Reports to
Director Operations
Position Number
AG3734
Employment Status
Part-time fixed term
Remuneration
ASO8
PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Organisation
The Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012 establishes the Independent Commissioner Against
Corruption (the Commissioner) and the Office for Public Integrity (OPI).
The functions of the Commissioner are to:
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identify and investigate corruption in public administration; and
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prevent or minimise corruption, misconduct and maladministration in public administration, including through
referral of potential issues to inquiry agencies and public authorities, education and the evaluation of practices,
policies and procedures.
The OPI assists the Commissioner by receiving and assessing complaints and reports about corruption, misconduct
and maladministration in public administration, and making recommendations to the Commissioner as to how the
complaint or report should be dealt with.
The use of the acronym ICAC in this job and person specification refers to the Independent Commissioner Against
Corruption organisation and includes the OPI.
Our Values
Independence
Our conduct and decisions will be made according to
law and will be free of influence by any persons.
Impartiality
We will be fair and unpaised in all our dealings. Our
decisions will be evidence based and made without fear
or favour.
Accountability
We will be responsible for our conduct and decisions.
Integrity
We will conduct ourselves with complete integrity.
Respect
Our office will encounter people from diverse
circumstances and everyone will be treated respectfully,
fairly and courteously.
Excellence
We will embrace excellence, team work and
professionalism, with a focus on efficiency and effectiveness
of services provided both internally and externally.
The Role
Working as an integral part of the Operations team within a multi-disciplinary environment, the Forensic
Accountant assists investigations into corruption in public administration. Through data mining and analysis of
financial records the Forensic Accountant will detect transaction anomalies, probing for facts and analysing issues
from different perspectives to draw sound conclusions. Communication with internal and external stakeholders is
paramount to success in the role, as is production of clear and concise reports that support preparation of files of
evidence.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Conduct thorough forensic financial analysis of business and personal records and develop financial profiles of
individuals or groups.
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Identify and trace accounting irregularities, misstatements and other improprieties affecting the integrity of
financial reporting and interrelated transactions.
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JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
FORENSIC ACCOUNTANT
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Conduct detailed investigations via forensic analysis of electronic and physical financial records.
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Prepare analytical data suitable for inclusion in files of evidence.
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Compile findings and conclusions into clear and concise financial investigative reports.
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Testify when required as fact or expert witness in judicial proceedings.
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Communicate with internal and external stakeholders including to discuss investigative and legal strategies.
Contribute to the achievement of the Commissioner’s statutory functions and operational effectiveness of ICAC:
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Establish and maintain open and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Participate in planning, policy and decision making processes, regularly reviewing and reporting information,
and making recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
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Actively contribute to strategic projects and participate in working groups and committees.
ICAC is a small agency. While each staff member has their own primary responsibilities and duties, all employees
need to maintain a flexible approach and be team focused in order to meet the challenges faced by the agency.
You may be lawfully directed to perform any duties that a person with your qualifications, skills and abilities would
reasonably be expected to perform.
ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA
Technical Expertise
Knowledge and Skill
Personal Qualities
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Completion of CA / CPA qualification or equivalent
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Proven Australian experience in an Accountant / Senior Accountant role
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Proven ability to assess data, identify relevant information and provide a meaningful
and comprehensive interpretation
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Analytical with high attention to detail but also the ability to see the ‘big picture’ and
how information from different sources may inter-relate
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Confident individual with strong communication, relationship building and
interpersonal skills
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Strong research methodology
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Strong report writing skills
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Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, managing time to consistently meet
deadlines
Integrity
High level of honesty, integrity, professionalism and ethical conduct.
Resilience
Ability to remain calm under pressure, maintain high levels of energy and
accept constructive feedback.
Team work
Shares information and works well with the different working styles of
others.
Initiative
Drive, motivation and proactivity with a commitment to continuous learning.
Flexibility
Adaptable, receptive and able to adjust easily to changing work demands
and circumstances.
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JOB AND PERSON SPECIFICATION
FORENSIC ACCOUNTANT
DESIRABLE SELECTION CRITERIA
Technical Expertise
Knowledge and Skill
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Completion of forensic accounting qualification or demonstrated equivalent
experience
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Knowledge of Public Sector (Honesty and Accountability) legislation and associated
compliance guides and standards
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Knowledge of Public Finance and Audit legislation and associated compliance guides
and standards
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Solid business and commercial acumen
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Self-motivated with an enquiring mind to delve for facts and evidence
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
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Candidates must meet citizenship or permanent residency requirements.
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Appointments may be subject to reference checks.
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Some positions may be subject to psychometric, medical and/or competency testing.
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An offer of employment will not be made without a satisfactory security and integrity assessment.
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A probationary period may apply.
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Employees may be required to work non-standard hours.
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Employees may be required to travel intrastate / interstate as directed by the Commissioner.
COMPLIANCE
Employees are responsible and accountable for compliance with the following legislative requirements and
associated policies and procedures:

Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Act 2012
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Public Sector (Honesty and Accountability) Act 1995
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State Records Act 1997
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Work Health and Safety Act 2012

Code of Ethics for the South Australian Public Sector

Independent Commissioner Against Corruption Directions and Guidelines.
APPROVAL
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COMMISSIONER/DELEGATE
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
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INCUMBENT’S SIGNATURE
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INCUMBENT’S FULL NAME
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