Internal Auditor at Robert Walters

A leading nationwide distributor of electronic security equipment and accessories is seeking an accomplished Internal Auditor to join their team on a fixed-term basis. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape and embed a robust internal audit and risk management function across five trading entities, ensuring business-wide assurance over key risks, controls, and reporting. With flexible on-site working arrangements (3–5 days per week) at modern offices in Greenstone.

This organisation stands out as South Africa’s foremost distributor of electronic security equipment reputation built on decades of reliability, innovation, and customer trust. Employees benefit from being part of a stable yet progressive company that values transparency in its operations as much as it does growth opportunities for its people. The workplace culture encourages open communication between departments while fostering mutual respect among colleagues at all levels. Flexible working arrangements reflect genuine consideration for work-life balance without sacrificing collaboration or accountability. As part of this team-oriented environment, you’ll find ample scope for professional development through exposure to diverse business functions spanning five trading entities nationwide. The company’s unwavering commitment to ethical conduct means your contributions toward strengthening governance structures will be genuinely appreciated—and rewarded accordingly—with competitive remuneration packages designed to attract only the best talent in the field.

As an Internal Auditor in this influential role, you will be entrusted with establishing a structured internal audit framework that underpins every aspect of the organisation’s operations. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating with executive leadership to identify critical risks, developing tools such as risk matrices and registers that provide transparency across all business units. You will design tailored audit programmes that address both routine processes and emerging threats while delivering insightful reports that inform strategic decision-making at the highest levels. Your ability to conduct thorough effectiveness assessments will ensure continuous improvement in controls. By engaging constructively with stakeholders at all levels—from board members to branch teams—you will foster a culture of accountability while supporting compliance initiatives. Your expertise in IT systems risk will further enhance the organisation’s defences against evolving digital threats. Success in this position means being recognised as a trusted advisor whose recommendations drive meaningful change across the entire group.

• Support the Finance Director in implementing a comprehensive risk-based approach at an executive level that encompasses all areas of the business including strategic, commercial, operational, IT, and people management risks.
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date risk matrix by scoring and prioritising top business risks across all functions and product categories to ensure effective mitigation strategies are in place.
• Build and manage a detailed group risk register that captures risk identification, ownership, mitigating controls, and residual risk ratings for ongoing monitoring.
• Design and deliver executive-level KPI scorecard reporting that tracks key performance indicators and risk metrics for leadership teams and the Board.
• Develop, plan, and execute an annual risk-based internal audit programme covering branches, functions, and business processes to ensure thorough oversight.
• Take responsibility for designing audit testing procedures and performing required testing activities independently or with support from finance staff on larger projects.
• Conduct periodic effectiveness assessments of the internal control environment as well as the audit function itself, recommending improvements to close identified gaps.
• Collaborate closely with the Finance team and Risk Officer as a proactive safeguard against fraud, theft, and non-compliance throughout the organisation.
• Engage confidently with senior stakeholders and branch operations to communicate findings clearly and drive accountability for remediation actions.
• Undertake IT systems risk reviews including access controls, business process reviews, and IT operational risks to strengthen overall organisational resilience.

To excel as an Internal Auditor in this setting, your extensive background in auditing—spanning at least ten years—will empower you to navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence. Your academic credentials underpin your technical proficiency while advanced certifications signal your commitment to professional excellence. Experience within retail or distribution environments equips you with valuable context for assessing sector-specific challenges. Your nuanced understanding of risk management frameworks enables you to craft bespoke solutions that address both immediate concerns and long-term objectives. Interpersonal sensitivity is crucial; your capacity for empathetic yet firm stakeholder engagement ensures buy-in even when difficult messages must be delivered. Precision in analysis coupled with articulate reporting makes your insights actionable for executives. Familiarity with IT system vulnerabilities rounds out your skill set—enabling holistic protection against both traditional financial risks and modern cyber threats. Ultimately, your blend of technical acumen, industry awareness, interpersonal finesse, and ethical resolve positions you as an indispensable partner in safeguarding organisational success.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in internal or external audit roles within complex organisations where you have demonstrated sound judgement in high-stakes environments.
• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree with Honours is essential; additional qualifications such as CIA or CA(SA) are highly advantageous for this position.
• Proven exposure to retail, wholesale or distribution sectors is preferred as it enables you to understand industry-specific risks and operational nuances.
• Deep understanding of risk frameworks combined with practical knowledge of internal control principles ensures you can design effective assurance mechanisms.
• Demonstrated ability to engage independently with senior stakeholders while maintaining professionalism during challenging conversations about compliance or integrity issues.
• Exceptional attention to detail paired with strong analytical skills allows you to identify subtle patterns or discrepancies that may indicate underlying risks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills enable you to produce clear executive reports that influence decision-makers at all levels.
• Experience conducting IT systems risk reviews—including access controls, business process evaluations, and operational technology risks—adds significant value to your candidacy.
• Ability to adapt between roles as trusted advisor or disciplinarian depending on situational requirements demonstrates flexibility without compromising ethical standards.