Senior Internal Auditor needed urgently: APPLY HERE

Senior Internal Auditor needed urgently: APPLY HERE

My client is currently looking for a Senior Internal Auditor. The successful incumbent will lead an efficient internal audit service through effectively managing a team of internal auditors in auditing operating entities. Whilst required to maintain an appropriate degree of independence, the role is an integral and important member of the Finance Leadership team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensure that the annual internal audit plans, based on Internal Audit priorities set the ABF Audit Committee and agreed with the Finance Director and Head of Audit, Financial Control & Risk, are implemented and completed to a high standard, with an emphasis on both compliance and operational risk
Ensures internal audits are conducted with adherence to the requirements of ABF policies, procedures and audit manual
Obtain a thorough understanding and insight of the key drivers, objectives and activities of the businesses
Evaluate the extent to which entities are performing their control functions of planning, accounting, custodial and monitoring according to required standards, including complying with statutory requirements and company policies
With the emphasis on partnering with the business, rather than “policing”, perform consulting-type activities to support the embedding of control consciousness into ongoing business projects
Highlight areas of non-compliance to management and recommend cost-effective enhancements to systems and procedures to mitigate
Drive the use and development of data analytic tools and automated tests/monitory controls for all operating entities. Where exceptions are identified through data analytics, ensure investigation and adequate reporting is completed
Investigate, as appropriate, issues of financial control breakdowns and/or frauds and manage to a successful conclusion
Develop excellent working relationships with all Internal Audit’s key stakeholders to facilitate open and honest communication as a trusted business partner
Take ownership to complete own audit fieldwork and lead ad hoc investigations (where necessary). This may involve the use and management of external resources, as well as ensuring that the annual audit plan is completed.
Prepare audit logs, quarterly reports, audit committee papers and annual audit plans. Attend and present audit committee papers at selected audit committee meetings
Facilitate and monitor the performance of Application Control Reviews with external and internal auditors
Support and audit the Group’s Anti-Bribery and Corruption program and address any non-compliance
Support and maintain a complete Whistle-Blowing procedure
Achieve the internal audit key performance indicators and ensure audits are conducted in accordance with the IIA standards and in a professional manner
Lead, coach and develop the internal audit team
Manage, guide and review the work of internal auditors assisting in audit assignments and special investigations
Coordinate internal audit team during out of town assignments

Manning Specifications/Requirements:

BCom (Honours), CIA or CA (SA) with “Big 4” experience preferred
10+ years audit experience in a senior management role, with a strong people, process and systems orientation
Proven, effective people leadership skills and experience in leading, coaching and developing an internal audit team
Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills in a complex organization with matrix reporting lines
Soundtrack record in effectively engaging, influencing and partnering with senior stakeholders in the business
Proven financial experience in a manufacturing and/or commercial operating environment will be beneficial
Sound business acumen, with the ability to anticipate and interpret and unravel complex issues impacting the business
Strong service delivery ethic, with proven action orientation and timely adherence to deadlines under high pressure
Thorough knowledge of applicable legislation, business information systems, and administration systems and procedures
Proven problem-solving skills, with a solutions-focused and continuous improvement mindset
Excellent analytical skills, with high attention to detail, and a proven ability to transform data into information
Proven audit reporting writing skills and strong proficiency in the MS Office suite
Willingness to travel frequently to all operating entities as required.

Salary: Market-related.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Experience:

Auditing: 10 years (Required)

Education: Honours (Required). Apply Now

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