Internal Auditor Insurance at FirstRand Corporate Centre

Job Description

• Responsible for auditing of the governance, financial, business and operational processes at divisional and business unit level within the FirstRand Group

 Are you someone who can:

• Obtain a good understanding of the control environment being audited (including information technology, internal financial control, and risk management related aspects), and the interdependencies linked to this.
• Plan audit assignments based on key process and business risks identified and design the audit program in line with risks and key controls to be tested. Demonstration of project management in line with audit plan budget.
• Incorporate data analytics (DA) to enhance audit planning and create efficiencies in audit fieldwork.
• Execute audit field work in compliance with quality standards by following and completing prepared work programs. Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management practices and internal controls.
• Provide clear and sufficient audit evidence to support recommendations and audit opinion.
• Effective communication with the audit team, audit management and key stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal controls, including internal financial controls.
• Identify and clearly articulate the root cause of issues identified and impact thereof and recommend changes to business processes that will address the control weaknesses.
• Prepare a quality and balanced audit report to specified standards, encapsulating the control weaknesses identified and results of audit work performed, with minimal editorial changes.

You will be an ideal candidate if you have:

• Qualified CA(SA)/CIA/CISA or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years’ experience in internal or external audit preferred and experience in integrated reviews.
• Experience with data analytics/ CAATs is an advantage.
• Working experience within the Insurance Industry or auditing clients within the industry is preferred.
• The understanding and knowledge of Insurance legislations or regulations will be an advantage.

You will have access to:

• Challenging work in a complex and exciting environment
• Opportunities to innovate and create efficiencies.