DEPUTY BUSINESS UNIT LEADER

SUMMARY:
The purpose of this position is to direct the operations of the Business Unit (audit and non-audit). The role also contributes to the strategic direction, initiatives and alignment of the Business Unit Balance Scorecard Card and the company organisational strategy.

POSITION INFO:

JOB PURPOSE

The purpose of this position is to direct the operations of the Business Unit (audit and non-audit). The role

also contributes to the strategic direction, initiatives and alignment of the Business Unit Balance Scorecard

Card and the the company organisational strategy..

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

Strategic Function

• Contributes to and implement organizational strategic initiatives.
• Develop the BU BSC and direct the implementation of the BU operational strategies and plans.

Product Management

• Direct the audit operations in line with the relevant audit methodology and standards;

o Direct and drive the business unit-wide audit strategy for assigned areas and measure progress against reported BU goals.

o Coordinate resources for auditing activities and plans including integrated audits with other business units (SAS) and external audit firms on pre-issuance and Contract Work activities to ensure strategic objectives are met.

o Provide leadership for technical and operational matters in the business unit on implementing best practices, the company strategic initiatives and improve risk management.

o Provide ongoing quality assurance within the audit process by continuously interacting with audit teams, audit firms and reviewing audit outputs.

o Lead sensitive, complex, and high risk engagements.

• Signing of audit reports for significant and complex audits as per delegations.
• Lead and monitor the implementation of the audit strategy.
• Lead the implementation of the status of records review.
• Drive and direct audit strategy for large and complex SOEs.

Stakeholder Management

• Ensure clear understanding of auditees’ business requirements through efficient stakeholder engagement and that this is translated into clear deliverables.
• Drive the implementation of the Business Unit stakeholder engagement plan and build collaborative relationships with key stakeholders.
• Interact with relevant oversight structures and relevant committees regarding briefings on audit reports / outcomes.
• Interact with and establish partnerships with private audit firms, professional bodies and higher learning institutions
• Deal proactively and decisively with contestations and conflicts where applicable.
• Promote the the company brand and reputation.

People Management

• Lead and facilitate the implementation of the People Strategy within the BU
• Facilitate and monitor the implementation of BU transformation strategies.
• Ensure impact-driven strategic conversations with internal staff on an on-going basis.
• Ensure effective administration of the training office accreditation.
• Implement BU initiatives to bring about an inclusive culture, enhanced employee experience and employee well-being within the BU.
• Develop a model for creation of a sustainable pipeline of resources that are able to service large and complex auditees including specialists skills.

Financial management and operational management

• Revenue and expenditure management and control (monitor BU budget).
• Ensures that BU deliverables are executed economically, efficiently and effectively in terms of recoverability and productivity.
• Implement interventions to collect debt and improve cash flow.
• Provide strategic direction on the financial viability of the business unit.

Other responsibilities (Applicable to All JD’s)

• Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required.

Education, Experience and Skills

• This position requires a minimum qualification of CA (SA) or RGA or ACCA.
• Minimum 10 years relevant post qualification experience with at least 4 years’ experience operating at

a senior management level.

The following experience will also be advantageous:

• Extensive experience in auditing large and complex IFRS clients that have to comply with Companies Act, King code and PFMA and have listed financial instruments.
• Extensive experience in auditing large and complex SOEs with large treasury functions including bond listings in the domestic and international markets.
• Extensive experience in consolidations of large complex groups.
• Experience in working with multi disciplinary team of experts and support functions to manage the risk and quality on the audit and ensure delivery of project on time.
• Experience in engaging with difficult stakeholders.
• Extensive experience in effectively project managing large and complex audits with multiple large divisions in various geographical locations