Internal Audit Manager

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr002775/EHo

Date posted:

Sunday, October 12, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Calling all Internal Auditors with a passion for transforming businesses from the ground up! If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and build an internal audit function from scratch, then this is your chance to make a real impact. Based in Johannesburg East, you’ll be leading the charge in risk management, compliance, and forensic investigations. Sound like your next big challenge? Read on!

POSITION INFO:
A global logistics and freight conglomerate, known for revolutionizing the way goods move across continents and a footprint spans the globe, is looking for an Internal Auditor to help establish and drive the internal audit function from the ground up, creating the policies, executing audits and uncovering risks that will ensure the company’s continued success and expansion.

Why Should You Apply?:

Join a multinational leader in the logistics industry with a massive growth trajectory
Be part of an exciting transformation, with room to grow into a leadership role as the team expands
Have a direct hand in shaping the audit function and contributing to the strategic direction of the business

What’s in it for you? As the key player in building this function, you’ll leave a lasting legacy in the business. Plus, you’ll work with a team of sharp minds, grow your own leadership skills and become a crucial part of the organization’s ongoing success.

Key Responsibilities:

Establish & Lead: Build and manage the internal audit function from scratch, including policy development and day-to-day operations
Conduct Comprehensive Audits: Audit systems, finance and operations to ensure compliance, efficiency and identify any areas for improvement
Risk Identification: Spot potential risks and process weaknesses and recommend practical solutions to mitigate them
Lead Forensic Investigations: Oversee forensic audits and investigations, ensuring that any fraudulent activity or discrepancies are swiftly identified and addressed

Job Experience and Skills Required:

BCom in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
Professional membership (e.g., IRBA, CISA, CIA, and CA(SA))
5+ years post-articles experience in an audit role, with solid exposure to finance, systems and operations
Proven experience in forensic audits and investigations
Strong track record of working independently and managing complex audit processes
Exceptional analytical skills and the ability to identify red flags in systems, processes and operations
Excellent communication and reporting abilities
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, without breaking a sweat
A proactive mindset - you're not just checking boxes, you're driving change
Strong attention to detail and a deep commitment to quality and accuracy

Ready to take on a role where you’ll not only be executing audits, but actively shaping the future of a global business? If you're looking for a position with growth potential, leadership opportunity and a seat at the table in major transformation, apply today!

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Financial Managers
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Financial Controllers
Cost Accountants
Payroll
All Finance C-Suite roles

If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

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Elzette Hood
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