Financial Crime Analyst
Absa Group LimitedJohannesburg, ZA5 days ago
Job descriptionThe Financial Crime Analyst is responsible for compiling, analysing, and presenting detailed flow of funds reports in response to requests for internal investigations and subpoenas served on the Bank. This role ensures that financial transaction data is accurately extracted, validated, and structured to meet the evidentiary standards required in legal, regulatory, and law enforcement contexts. The analyst serves as a critical link between the Bank’s data environments, forensic specialists, Group Legal, and external stakeholders. Receive, log, and prioritise summonses / request for investigations served on the Bank. Interpret legal requests and translate them into clear data extraction and analysis requirements. Liaise with relevant stakeholders to clarify scope and deadlines. Extract transaction data from multiple banking systems (core banking, payment systems, archival logs, etc.). Compile financial flow of funds reports showing the movement of money across accounts, remitters, beneficiaries, and related parties. Apply enrichment techniques (e.g., geolocation data, account access logs, approval trails) where required. Ensure data completeness and highlight any limitations in reporting. Maintain chain-of-custody and audit trails for all data extracts and reports. Ensure all outputs comply with the Criminal Procedure Act (Section 205 / 236) and other relevant regulatory / legal frameworks. Apply disclaimers where data is incomplete or subject to validation. Work with internal investigation units, compliance teams, and data engineers to ensure accurate data sourcing. Support senior financial crime analysts and investigators by producing evidentiary-quality reports. Produce standardized Flow of Funds Reports (Excel / structured format) for investigative purposes. Maintain secure evidence repositories in line with chain-of-custody requirements. Strong SQL / data extraction ability across multiple platforms (EDW, Hadoop, AWS, Hive, Amber, core banking systems). Advanced Excel (pivot tables, reconciliation methods, flow-of-funds formatting). Understanding of financial crime typologies and investigative methodologies. Knowledge of South African legal frameworks : Criminal Procedure Act (Sections 205, 236), FIC Act, POPIA. Ability to reconstruct and visualize complex financial flows across multiple accounts / entities. Attention to detail with strong reconciliation and data validation skills. Critical thinking to identify gaps, anomalies, and investigative leads in transaction data. High integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial and legal data. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight subpoena deadlines. Strong communication skills to explain technical findings in plain legal terms. Collaborative mindset to work with cross-functional forensic, compliance, and legal teams. Bachelor’s degree in one of the following fields - Accounting, Finance, Forensic Auditing, Data Science Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in financial crime data analysis, financial investigations, or compliance. Exposure to law enforcement or regulatory processes (NPA, Hawks / DPCI, FIC, SARB) is an advantage. Certifications in forensic auditing, AML, or data analytics (e.g., CFE, CAMS) preferred. Structured Flow of Funds Reports (Excel / evidentiary format). Supporting annexures for subpoenas and affidavits. Securely logged evidence extracts with chain-of-custody records. Written summaries highlighting key financial flows, anomalies, and investigative leads. Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas : Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required) Research / Data Analysis jobs
Job title : Financial Crime Analyst
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : October 31, 2025
Quick Recommended Links
- Jobs by Location
- Job by industries
Job Summary
Job Description
Subpoena & Request for Investigation Response
Flow of Funds Compilation
Data Integrity & Compliance
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
Reporting & Documentation
Required Skills & Competencies
Technical Skills
Financial Crime & Legal Awareness
Analytical & Problem-Solving
Soft Skills
Qualifications & Experience
Key Outputs
Education
End Date : October 24, 2025
Create a job alert for this search
Financial Analyst • Johannesburg, ZA
Related jobs
- Promoted
Financial Business Analyst
NedbankJohannesburg, ZA Job title : Financial Business Analyst.Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg.To perform financial analysis on business data in order to leverage and communicate effectively with stakeholders; so as ...Show moreLast updated: 28 days ago
- Promoted
Senior Audit Manager : Financial Crime - Exchange Control, Fraud & Regulatory Risk
NedbankJohannesburg, ZA Job title : Senior Audit Manager : Financial Crime - Exchange Control, Fraud & Regulatory Risk.Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg.
To provide strategic leadership and guidance to teams by providing...Show moreLast updated: 27 days ago
- Promoted
Credit Analyst : Agri-business Value Chain - Centurion
FempowerCenturion, South Africa Carry out quality credit assessment, present bankable solutions and manage the credit risk of a portfolio of clients in the Agri-business value chain in the designated regional Office.Preferred Min...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
- Promoted
Financial Resource Analyst II
FNB South AfricaJohannesburg, ZA Job title : Financial Resource Analyst II.Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg.The purpose of the role is to design, establish and monitor credit, capital, liquidity and return frameworks, balance ...Show moreLast updated: 20 days ago
- Promoted
Digital Assets Financial Analyst
Moore South AfricaJohannesburg, ZA Job title : Digital Assets Financial Analyst.Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg.We are looking for a driven and enthusiastic Digital Assets Financial Analyst to join our growing team.This is a un...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
- New!
Analyst Credit Risk CVM
Absa Group LimitedJohannesburg, ZA Job title : Analyst Credit Risk CVM.Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg.At Absa, we’re reimagining the future of PPB Lending through data-driven insights and smarter lending decisions.We’re seekin...Show moreLast updated: 19 hours ago
- Promoted
Market Risk Analyst
Communicate RecruitmentJohannesburg, South Africa Are you passionate about financial markets and technology? Do you thrive in environments where precision and innovation meet? Were looking for a.
Markets, Banking, and Treasury.Analyze existing proc...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
- Promoted
JIRA Analyst
wePlaceMidrand, South Africa Develop business requirement specifications through well facilitated discussions and interviews with relevant stakeholders.
User support including trouble shooting errors.Experience in creating work...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
- Promoted
Financial Manager
Pollock & Associatesbrakpan, Gauteng, South Africa This role is ideal for a professional with experience in manufacturing, production, mining, or a similar environment.This role requires a hands-on financial leader with strong analytical ability, a...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
- Promoted
Market Risk Analyst (53999)
Ntice Sourcing SolutionsJohannesburg, ZA Job title : Market Risk Analyst (53999).Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg.MARKET RISK ANALYST - Global Trading.Are you passionate about markets, trading, and risk - with a strong academic backgr...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
- Promoted
Analyst Fraud Solutions - L&D Specialist / Fraud Advisor
Absa Group LimitedJohannesburg, ZA Job title : Analyst Fraud Solutions - L&D Specialist / Fraud Advisor.Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg.Provide advice and support the advancement of Fraud Solutions technical knowledge and skills ...Show moreLast updated: 5 days ago
- Promoted
Financial Crime Manager
Bidvest BankJohannesburg, ZA Job title : Financial Crime Manager.Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg.TECHNICAL COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT.Good knowledge of regulations relating to Financial Crime Compliance, including without lim...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
- Promoted
Risk Analyst
SasolSasolburg, ZA Job Location : Free State, Sasolburg.To monitor and analyse all the risk exposures that pose a threat to Sasol's internal and external operating environment to enable risk mitigation and main...Show moreLast updated: 6 days ago
- Promoted
Casino Risk Specialist
Edge ExecutivesJohannesburg, South Africa Location - Johannesburg, South Africa (hybrid).Your sharp instincts and analytical skill will keep integrity at the heart of every spin.
As a Casino Risk Specialist, you’ll protect corporate assets ...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
- Promoted
- New!
Accountant
Watershed Consultinggermiston, Gauteng, South Africa Negotiable, up to R50,000 per month (depending on experience).A well-established company based in Germiston is seeking a.
The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financ...Show moreLast updated: 8 hours ago
- Promoted
Senior Forensic Data Analyst
Bidvest Protea CoinCenturion, South Africa Capturing & updating of crime information on databases and compilation & distribution of advanced crime reports & statistics and general office administration.
Training and mentoring of forensic dat...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
- Promoted
Chief Financial Officer
Salix RecruitmentMidrand, South Africa Are you a strategic financial leader with the vision and drive to shape the financial future of a leading security solutions provider?.
A leading South African provider of integrated, intelligence-d...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
- Promoted
Finance Accountant CA (Reporting & Compliance)
Emporium Human CapitalMidrand, South Africa Finance Accountant CA (Reporting & Compliance) POS25289.Salary : R 550 000 to R 650 000 per annum (depending on experience).
Experience in managing or supervising a team will be an advantage.At l...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago