Forensics 2027

PwC is the largest provider of professional services in Africa, with more than 450 partners and over 10,000 people across 32 countries. This extensive footprint allows us to deliver seamless, consistent and high-quality tax, assurance and advisory solutions wherever our clients operate on the continent.

Our people remain our greatest strength—bringing deep expertise, diverse perspectives and a shared commitment to making a meaningful impact. Supported by leading technology and a culture that encourages growth, collaboration and excellence, our teams are empowered to solve complex challenges and deliver sustained outcomes. By creating an environment where individuals feel valued, supported and able to contribute their best, we continue to build trust and create lasting value across Africa.

In today’s environment, an organisation’s ability to recognise, respond to and recover from emerging or actual risks is critical for resilience, relevance and long-term sustainability. Managing risks—whether related to fraud, corruption, regulatory compliance, or economic and financial crime—requires a rigorous, independent and highly professional approach.

PwC offers a comprehensive suite of specialist forensic services that help organisations navigate these challenges with confidence. As a trainee, you will gain exposure to the dynamic world of forensics through a blend of formal learning and practical, on-the-job experience, enabling you to develop and strengthen your skills in areas such as:

• Corporate intelligence
• Investigations
• Supply chain resilience
• Forensic technology solutions
• Fraud risk consulting
• Expert accounting and dispute resolution

Responsibilities for this role

• Assisting with the compilation of draft forensic reports and appendices
• Analysing financial and other data
• Collecting, documenting and analysing relevant evidence
• Assessing economic crime (i.e. fraud and corruption)
• Assisting with conducting forensic interviews
• Transcribing interview notes
• Ensuring accurate document management and record keeping for investigative matters
• Photocopying, indexing and paginating case files for investigative matters
• Assisting in business development (proposals and risk management)
• Assisting in research-related tasks
• Maintaining a positive view of PwC’s culture, values and reputation

Requirements:

• A relevant qualification in one of the following:
• BCom Forensic Accounting (Honours)
• BCom Accounting (Honours) – Non-CA route
• BCom Internal Audit (Honours)
• BA Forensic Science and Technology (Honours)
• LLB Law
• BCom Law (Honours)
• BA Criminology (Honours)
• BCom Risk Management (Honours)
• BCom Economics/Econometrics (Honours)

Knowledge and skills:

• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
• Proficiency in MS Office applications: MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Building networks and good relationships
• Problem solving
• Ability to perform under pressure
• Willing to travel and to work long hours
• Proficiency in Power BI (desired)
• Proficiency in Alteryx (desired)

The PwC Professional is our global leadership development framework. It outlines the capabilities that we look for in all our people — from associate to partner level — that will help us to thrive as purpose-led and values-driven leaders.

How I lead and deliver value as a PwC Professional

Inspire

I understand my impact and people want to work with me

Empower

I coach and work side by side with others

Evolve

I grow as a person and guide PwC into the future

Champions

I commit to quality, integrity and inclusive behaviour

Builds

I apply a business mindset to my work to increase PwC’s success

Delivers

I collaborate across PwC to deliver quality and distinctive client experiences