Senior Internal Auditor

SUMMARY:
Delivering internal audit results by meeting Audit Manager requirements and
expectations.
- Design internal audit procedures, risk assessments and work programs.
- Modify audit risk assessment and audit procedures as and when required.
- Maintain clear and complete audit documentation and Work programs.
- Performing critical finance related internal audit tests and procedures.
- Remain technically competent within the finance realm.
- Abide by IA Methodology and company Code of Conduct.
- Keep abreast of changes in audit, accounting standards and industry IT practices.
- Assist in audit engagement planning and reporting activities.
- Execute audit activities within the organisation and develop and implement
complex audit test plans.
- Lead Finance audit assignments.
- Assist the team with finance related queries pertaining to standards.
- Understand business standards and keep abreast.
- Coordinate with business, finance, project and compliance teams to obtain inputs
for audit processing and schedule meetings with management to clearly
understand the company processes and finance policies.
- Conduct audits to assess the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the
established internal financial controls and procedures.
- Identifying weak/problem areas and developing effective corrective action plans.
- Review the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of information and other financial
disclosures provided to IA management and address auditing and operational
issues in promptly.
- Provide strategic insight on divisional risks and associated mitigating controls.
- Develop well-crafted audit reports including results and recommendations for
management Review and approve all audit reports prior to discussion with Audit
Managers and eventual distribution with relevant business leadership.
- Support the Internal Audit Manager in the discussions around audit findings and
recommendations with line managers and in the provision of an opinion on the
adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the internal controls in the organisation
or divisional areas to Senior Management.
- Follow up on implementation of corrective action
- Undertake wider audit activities, as and when required.
- Identify best practices to meet audit requirements in a timely manner.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Minimum Academic, Professional
Qualifications & Experience required
for this position
- Relevant tertiary degree in Accounting, Auditing
- (BCom ) Honors an advantage.
- Must have completed Articles.
- CIA would be preferable.
- 3 - 5 years’ experience within Internal Auditing /Finance
environments.
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Skills
Behaviours/Attributes
- Ethical, fair, truthful, sincere, honest, and discreet. Open-minded.
Willing to consider alternative ideas or points of view. Diplomatic.
- Tactful in dealing with people, observant, actively observing
physical surroundings and activities, perceptive, aware of and able
to understand situations.
- Must be able to consider the implications of decisions.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Self-motivation, determination and confidence.
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to work as part of the team and/or on your own.
- Good planning skills.
- Analyze Data or Information.
- A keen interest in the financial systems.
- Ability to work independently to achieve deadlines, under pressure.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver internal audit results in line with Audit Manager expectations and deadlines
• Design and execute internal audit procedures, risk assessments and work programmes
• Lead finance audit assignments and develop complex audit test plans
• Conduct audits to assess adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of internal financial controls
• Perform critical finance-related audit testing and procedures
• Identify weak/problem areas and develop practical, value-adding corrective action plans
• Develop well-crafted audit reports including findings, risk implications and recommendations
• Review and approve audit reports prior to discussion with management and distribution
• Provide strategic insight on divisional risks and mitigating controls
• Support discussions with Senior Management regarding audit findings and internal control opinions
• Maintain clear, complete and high-quality audit documentation
• Follow up on implementation of agreed corrective actions
• Remain technically competent and keep abreast of changes in auditing standards, accounting standards and industry IT practices
• Coordinate with business, finance, project and compliance teams during audit engagements
• Undertake broader audit activities as required

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Auditing (BCom degree)
• BCom Honours advantageous
• Completed Articles (non-negotiable)
• CIA qualification preferred
• 3–5 years’ experience within Internal Audit and/or Finance environments
• Strong understanding of financial systems and internal control frameworks

Key Competencies & Attributes

• High integrity: ethical, fair, honest, discreet and professional
• Strong critical thinking and analytical ability
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong communication and report-writing skills
• Diplomatic and tactful when engaging stakeholders
• Self-motivated, confident and results-driven
• Ability to work independently and within a team
• Strong planning and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong data analysis capability
• Keen interest in financial systems and process improvement

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• Timely delivery of high-quality audit engagements
• Clear, practical and commercially relevant audit reports
• Improved control environments and reduced financial risk exposure
• Strong stakeholder relationships built on trust and credibility