Senior Internal Auditor

A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join its team and play a key role in evaluating risk management, governance and internal control processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering risk-based audits across financial, operational, compliance and information system processes, while providing practical recommendations that add value to the business.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute risk-based internal audits in line with the Global Internal Audit Standards and internal audit methodology.
• Conduct risk assessments, process mapping and control evaluations to identify weaknesses, risks and improvement opportunities.
• Develop audit programmes, working papers, risk and control matrices, and supporting audit evidence.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of financial, operational, compliance and IT controls.
• Prepare clear audit findings, actionable recommendations and management reports.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding audit findings and corrective actions.
• Support Audit and Risk Committee reporting, combined assurance activities and external audit engagements.
• Provide advisory support to management on governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Participate in investigations, including gathering evidence, conducting interviews and preparing formal reports.
• Build strong relationships with Executive Management, business units, External Auditors and other assurance providers.
• Track audit performance indicators and identify opportunities to improve audit effectiveness and value delivery.
• Willingness to travel to regional offices when required.

Requirements:

• A BCom Degree in Internal Auditing, Accounting or Finance.
• An Honours or Master's qualification in Internal Auditing, Accounting, Finance or Business Management would be advantageous.
• CIA qualification would be advantageous.
• At least 5 years' relevant experience within an internal or external auditing environment.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit principles, risk-based auditing and the Global Internal Audit Standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and report-writing skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• The ability to communicate complex audit findings clearly and professionally at all levels.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, conflict management and interpersonal skills.
• A self-motivated, assertive and diligent approach, with sound judgement and discernment.
• Lateral thinking, goal orientation and a strong commitment to honesty and integrity.
• An understanding of modern audit practices, including data analytics and emerging audit trends.

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