Audit Senior - Lichtenburg at NWK

Purpose of the position:

In this pivotal role, you will report directly to the Assistant Manager: Audit and Advisory, assuming responsibility for conducting risk-based audits and specialised investigations related to fraud and irregularities. Your primary objective is to meticulously analyse business processes, ensuring the existence of robust internal control measures, and evaluating the optimal utilisation of company resources. As a Senior Auditor, you will play a crucial role in designing audit programs, assessing control effectiveness, and providing strategic recommendations to drive corrective actions.

Key responsibilities:

• Conducting in-depth analysis of business processes to ascertain the existence and efficient development of internal control measures.
• Applying business principles to evaluate the optimal utilisation of company resources.
• Designing and implementing audit programs and procedures, ensuring a comprehensive assessment of control effectiveness.
• Compiling detailed reports containing actionable recommendations for corrective action.
• Ensuring that audit processes adhere to rigorous quality standards.
• Contributing to the department's technological advancement by creating and maintaining electronic audit files.

Objectives:

• Developing and executing assurance and advisory engagements in alignment with the company's annual audit plan.
• Undertaking special investigations as part of strategic initiatives led by the Group Manager: Assurance Services.
• Actively contributing to the creation of an internal audit activity that enhances and protects organisational value through risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insightful analysis.

Minimum requirements:

• A B.Com Accounting degree, studying towards CA(SA) and with completed articles or honours degree in Internal Audit, Accounting (CTA),
• Forensic Accounting or Risk Management.
• Comprehensive understanding of the COSO framework, IFRS, Companies Act, and King IV.
• Profound knowledge of relevant legislation and guidelines.
• Skills required for the role:
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Objectivity, consistency, and open-mindedness.
• Credibility and unwavering integrity.
• Advanced proficiency in computer skills and analytical thinking.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Adaptive and innovative mind-set, coupled with a grounded leadership approach.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.