Purpose of the role
Reporting to the Audit Manager, the incumbent will have functional responsibility for performing moderate to complex internal audits, as well as to assist and support the department with internal audit administrative matters. The role will be centered on independently coordinating, planning, executing and reporting on a variety of operational and financial type audits. The incumbent will also be required to determine whether the audit engagement, network of risk management, control and governance processes, as designed and presented by management, is adequate and effective.
Qualification & Experience required:
NQF Level 7: B. Com. Accounting/Internal Audit degree or other relevant degree
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Articles will be an advantage
Basic data analytics will be an advantage
Studying towards becoming an IAT/PIA or CIA will be an advantage
Key Areas of Responsibilities
Compile audit programmes, working papers and draft audit findings
Perform and ensure high quality internal audit work as required in terms of the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards)
Timeously execute Audit assignments
Complete all ad-hoc assignments and special management requests according to professional standards
Participation in audit kick-off meetings, follow up and exit meetings
Draft the results of assurance and consulting activities
Stakeholder liaison
Sharing knowledge
Assist in the Follow up of agreed Management’s actions post an audit
Provide ongoing assistance to the Managers as and when required
Manage auditor and auditee relationships
Share information, as appropriate, regarding instances of fraud, corruption, unethical behaviour and irregularities
Provide input to peers on internal audit issues
Keep abreast of new developments in the business environment, industry practices and specific organisational factors
Perform objective assessments on the systems of risk management, control and governance processes
Provide independent, objective assurance to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes
Always adhere to the Internal Audit Charter
Ensure adherence to and conduct audits in compliance with the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing including the Code of Ethics
Always adhere to the Internal Audit Policy and Procedure Manual
Ethical Framework -Promote and apply the organisation’s Ethics Program
Adhere to the Company’s Health and Safety Standards
Always adhere to Company Policies and Procedures
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies required:
Knowledge of COIDA and Financial Services would be a significant advantage
Knowledge of business policies, processes and procedures, legal compliance
Team Fit is important and the ability to live the company’s values is essential.
Verbal and written communication
Listening to understand
Persuading and Influencing
Innovation / creativity
Building relationships
Planning, Organising and Follow through
Service Orientation / Customer Responsiveness
Attention to detail
Teamwork/collaboration
Ethical behaviour (honesty/integrity/objectivity)