Specialist: Audit (Financial Services)

Recruiter:

AFRIZAN

Job Ref:

Specialist: Audit (F..

Date posted:

Wednesday, July 16, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable

SUMMARY:
A respected public sector client is looking for a Specialist: Audit (Financial Services) to join its Large Business and International Division, based in Johannesburg.

POSITION INFO:

Do you thrive on uncovering financial complexities and leading audits that make a national impact? Ready to apply your tax expertise in the high-stakes world of financial services?

A respected public sector client is looking for a Specialist: Audit (Financial Services) to join its Large Business and International Division, based in Johannesburg. This specialist will independently lead complex, high-value audits across the financial services industry, including banking, insurance, asset management, and corporate restructurings. It''s an opportunity to shape compliance at scale and contribute meaningfully to economic integrity.

Key Duties:

Lead complex tax audits involving Corporate Income Tax, financial products, and M&A transactions
Conduct full audit cycles – from planning through to execution and finalisation
Identify tax risks and deliver credible assessments to support revenue collection
Recommend process, system, and policy improvements based on audit insights
Provide guidance and mentoring to other audit professionals
Assist in legislative review by identifying loopholes and improvement areas
Collaborate across teams and build productive relationships with stakeholders
Analyse business and audit data to uncover trends, inconsistencies, and risks

Key Requirements:

Relevant Bachelor''s Degree / Advanced Diploma (NQF 7) with 8–10 years’ tax audit experience in financial services, including 3–4 years at specialist level
OR
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) with 15 years’ relevant experience, including 3–4 years at operational specialist level
Expertise in Corporate Income Tax, specialised financial products, and complex transactions
Industry-specific audit experience in banking, asset management, life and non-life insurance
Strong analytical, advisory, and problem-solving skills
Proven ability to work independently while contributing to a high-performing team

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