Reporting to the Manager: Internal Audit, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Internal Audit team in executing internal audit activities within an Institutional and Retail Investment Management environment.
KEY FOCUS AREAS INCLUDE:
Planning, scoping and risk assessments
Process, risk and control assessment reviews
Risk identification and gap analysis
Key controls and substantive audit testing
Report writing
Develop business acumen and operational knowledge
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
Conducting reviews/audits with the aim of evaluating and providing reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organisation’s objectives and goals to be met
Performing the following activities in the audit lifecycle:
Scoping and Planning: Conducting a preliminary survey of the area and processes under review and obtaining detailed knowledge of the processes, in order to establish the scope of the audit
Process Analysis and Risk Assessment: Reviewing company business processes, procedures and systems; and identifying risks and control weaknesses/deficiencies
Fieldwork: Developing an audit program and performing testing to assess compliance with established internal control procedures and legislation where applicable by examining records, reports, operating practices, documentation etc.
Reporting: Making pragmatic recommendations for control improvement on the systems and procedures being reviewed and reporting on these findings and recommendations after discussing with management
Monitoring and Follow up: Monitoring and evaluating management’s response and implementation of corrective actions taken to address control weaknesses identified
Carrying out debriefs with Head of Internal Audit and/or auditee managers to communicate the results of the internal audit reviews
Documenting the work performed during the audit and findings in detailed audit working papers and files
Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by engaging in continuous professional development
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification is required
CIA, CA(SA), CISA qualified (newly qualified or equivalent qualification e.g. CIMA, ACCA)
Minimum 3 years audit experience gained in the financial services industry (non-negotiable)
Additional internal audit experience preferred but external audit experience will also be considered
Strong critical thinking, analytical, probing and problem solving skills
Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision
Excellent people skills and emotional intelligence
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with staff at all organisational levels
Ability to persuade or inspire others to gain acceptance of good ideas
Outstanding report writing skills
Attention to detail
Not afraid of steep learning curves
Passionate and driven
Proactive and resilient
Organised and excellent time management skills
Deadline and results driven
Only applications submitted via e-mail will be accepted
Please submit cv to info@prnstaffing.co.za