Internal Audit Manager: Five-year Fixed Term at SA: Central Energy Fund

REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Honours degree (NQF 8) in Accounting, Auditing, Risk Management or equivalent.  
• A minimum of 5 years' experience in managing the Audit function and of which 1 to 3 years’ experience must be in a senior management position.
• AGSA/External audit experience is preferred.
• Certified Internal Auditor/CA(SA)/ACCA.
• Master’s Degree (NQF 9) in Accounting, Auditing, Risk Management equivalent or related field will serve as an added advantage.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:

Audit Planning and execution oversight

• Develop and maintain the rolling risk-based internal audit plan
• Allocate audit assignments and resources according to risk priorities and capacity
• Oversee end-to-end execution of complex and high-impact audits
• Ensure adherence to internal audit methodology, performance standard and Internal Auditing standards.

Audit review and Quality assurance

• Review audit files, working papers, and reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with IIA Standards
• Drive continuous improvement in audit quality, tools, and techniques
• Oversee the Implement recommendations from quality assurance reviews (internal and external)
• Ensure all the projects are signed off on the audit software from planning, Execution, reporting and follow up

Reporting and stakeholder engagement

• Prepare consolidated audit reports for submission to the CAE and Audit Committee
• Support and facilitate audit exit meetings and discussion of findings with business units
• Provide guidance and assurance to management on governance, risk, and control issues
• Coordinate with external auditors and other assurance providers

Strategic advisory and support

• Contribute to the development of the Internal Audit Strategy and Annual Plan
• Assist the CAE in preparing Audit Committee packs and strategic reports
• Provide input into organisational risk assessments, fraud prevention strategies, and governance reviews
• Promote the value of internal audit as a business partner and change enabler

Resource management

• Responsible for managing the team’s performance by allocating audits, reviewing and monitoring progress and providing first line escalation support
• Develop the performance agreement contracts with Senior IA and ensure delivery thereof.
• Responsible for ensuring the team attends development initiatives to ensure they remain compliant with their relevant certifications
• Responsible for managing departmental spend according to the approved budget.