Group Internal Audit Manager - Pharmaceutical

Recruiter:

OttoBauthentic

Job Ref:

3013555598

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Provide independent, objective assurance to the Founder and Audit Committee that governance, financial controls, liquidity, operations, regulatory compliance, tax, systems, intellectual property, and risk management frameworks are designed appropriately and operating effectively. This role does not design or implement controls or participate in operational decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Audit Planning
Financial & Working Capital Controls
Treasury & Cash Management
Operational & Regulatory Compliance
Systems & Data Controls
Tax Compliance
Fraud Risk & Ethics
Segregation of Duties
Continuous Monitoring
R&D; Governance & Spend Control
Intellectual Property Protection
Reporting & Follow-Up

Qualification & Experience:

8–12+ years internal/external audit or risk experience in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry.
Experience in regulated industries preferred
Group or multi-entity exposure essential
CA(SA), CIA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
High integrity, independence, analytical capability and strong reporting skills
Regulatory/compliance board experience

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