{"id":32997,"date":"2026-03-31T10:02:54","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T10:02:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/job\/senior-manager-forensics-forensic-accountant\/"},"modified":"2026-05-01T00:24:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T00:24:34","slug":"senior-manager-forensics-forensic-accountant","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/southafrica\/?post_type=job_listing&p=32997","title":{"rendered":"Senior Manager \u2013 Forensics \n\n\n            \n\n            \n            Forensic Accountant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>JOB PURPOSE<\/p>\n<p>\tTo lead, oversee, and strategically direct the delivery of forensic investigations and related services, ensuring exceptional quality, efficiency, and client value. 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