Internal Auditor | Internal Audit at Allan Gray Proprietary Limited

Job Responsibilities

• Conducting reviews/audits with the aim of evaluating and providing reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organisation's objectives and goals to be met. 
• Performing the following activities in the audit lifecycle:
• Scoping and Planning: Conducting a preliminary survey of the area and processes under review and obtaining detailed knowledge of the processes, in order to establish the scope of the audit.
• Process Analysis and Risk Assessment: Reviewing company business processes, procedures and systems; and identifying risks and control weaknesses/deficiencies.
• Fieldwork: Developing an audit program and performing testing to assess compliance with established internal control procedures and legislation where applicable by examining records, reports, operating practices, documentation etc.
• Reporting: Making pragmatic recommendations for control improvement on the systems and procedures being reviewed and reporting on these findings and recommendations after discussing with management.
• Monitoring and Follow-up: Monitoring and evaluating management's response and implementation of corrective actions taken to address control weaknesses identified. 
• Use of Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) and data analytics tools.
• Carrying out debriefs with Internal Audit Manager, Head of Internal Audit and/or auditee managers to communicate the results of the internal audit reviews.
• Documenting the work performed during the audit and findings in detailed audit working papers and files.
• Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by engaging in continuous professional development.

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant degree and completed postgraduate qualification is required: CIA or CA(SA).
• Minimum 3 years internal audit experience gained in the financial services industry (non-negotiable).
• Additional internal audit experience preferred but external audit experience will also be considered.

Competencies and Skills

• Strong critical thinking, analytical, probing and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work on own initiative and with minimal supervision.
• Excellent people skills and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with staff at all organisational levels. 
• Ability to persuade or inspire others to gain acceptance of good ideas. 
• Outstanding report writing skills.
• Attention to detail. 
• Not afraid of steep learning curves.
• Passionate and driven. 
• Proactive and resilient.
• Organised and excellent time management skills
• Deadline and results driven.