Assistant Manager - Internal Audit and IT Audit at Moore South Africa

• We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented professional to join our growing team as an Assistant Manager for Internal Audit and IT Audit.
• This role is ideal for a technically proficient individual who can plan, lead, and execute internal audit engagements.
• The ideal candidate will have strong exposure to both IT and Internal Audit, ideally gained within a consulting or professional services environment.
• Working across multiple clients and requires strong time management, project management, and the ability to operate within different operational contexts.
• The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to execute against deadlines without compromising technical integrity and consistently deliver high-quality work that meets or exceeds client expectations.
• This person is intrinsically motivated to add value and evidence-based examples of value-centricity will be discussed further during the interview process.

Submit your CV with a cover letter in which you demonstrate verifiable examples of your suitability to the competency requirements as explained above and pay special attention to: 

• how you have tailored your approach to a client’s specific environment rather than applying a generic methodology (not a standard tick-box approach);
• an example of where your work resulted in practical value for a client; and
• a situation where you exercised professional judgement and critical thinking to identify or address a risk or improvement opportunity.
• Please note that a cover letter is mandatory, applications will only be considered with the above requested cover letter.
• Evidence-based examples of value creation and client impact will be further explored during the interview process.

Minimum Requirements    

• South African citizen
• Bachelor's degree in Internal Auditing, Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Relevant Honours degree (Recommended)
• Professional certification (Completed CIA and/or CISA or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years’ relevant Internal Audit and/or IT Audit experience, with at least 1-2 years at a Manager/Assistant Manager level 
• Cover Letter as per Above

Duties and Responsibilities    
Position Overview

• The Assistant Manager for Internal Audit and IT Audit will act as a level of support to the Associate Director by providing operational support on effective planning, execution, and delivery of internal and IT audit engagements, ensuring that audits are conducted in line with firm methodology, professional standards, and client expectations. The role requires strong technical expertise, sound professional judgement, and the ability to manage multiple engagements concurrently while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
• The Assistant Manager for Internal Audit and IT Auditr provides mentorship, guidance and on the job support to audit teams, reviews and challenges internal audit work, and acts as a key point of contact for clients and senior stakeholders as well as the Associate Director. The successful candidate is accountable for internal audit quality, engagement economics, and the ongoing development of team members, while supporting Directors in delivering value-added assurance and advisory services.

Key Responsibilities

Compliance & Methodology

• Ensure full compliance with Moore’s audit methodology, documentation standards, and applicable professional frameworks (IIA Standards, ISAs where relevant, ISACA guidance, SOC/ISAE standards).
• Review and challenge audit files to ensure conclusions are supported by sufficient and appropriate evidence.
• Take accountability for overall engagement quality and consistency across all IT and Internal audits.

Technical Oversight & Risk Management

• Oversee engagement planning, including risk assessments, scoping, and IT/Internal audit approach design.
• Provide technical guidance on complex audit, IT, and governance matters.
• Ensure key risks are appropriately identified, assessed, and addressed through audit procedures.
• Review and approve significant IT/internal audit judgements, findings, and recommendations.

Engagement & Resource Management

• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Allocate resources appropriately across engagements and monitor utilisation and progress.
• Proactively identify engagement risks, delays, or scope changes and implement corrective actions.

Leadership, Coaching & Review

• Lead, mentor, and develop staff withing this team.
• Review work performed by the team, providing clear, constructive feedback.
• Support Associate Director in performance management, coaching, and readiness for promotion within the team.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a primary point of contact for clients on assigned engagements.
• Manage client expectations, scope discussions, and resolution of issues professionally.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and identify opportunities for value-added services.

Training & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to internal training initiatives, technical updates, and methodology enhancements.
• Stay abreast of emerging risks, regulatory developments, and professional standards.
• Support firm initiatives aimed at improving audit quality, efficiency, and innovation.

Closing Date    
2026/06/30