Senior Internal Auditor at Border Management Authority

Description

• Works closely with the Manager: Internal Audit to determine, plan and execute the scope and objectives of the internal audit unit. Conducts internal financial, operational, compliance audits and risk assessments. Documents audit records for validity, accuracy and reports discrepancies. Advise on the development of the scope and objective of the audit, specifying the resource requirements, engagement work program and working papers. Perform all phases of internal Audits. Prepare and provide first level review of documents, system descriptions and audit findings to ensure the retained documentation supports the audit work performed. Responsible for coordinating audit process to ensure audit delays are minimised and audit fieldwork and reporting timelines are met. Participates in follow-up processes with management to monitor the implementation of remediation plans.
• Provide administrative support to the Audit division. Coordinate processes to support the implementation and execution of audit plans. Assist with the review of the outcome of the audit processes in terms of its objectives, quality, completeness and provide feedback. Keep up to date with internal auditing best practices and legislation. Compile internal audit reports following the Internal Audit methodology, charter, processes, guidelines, best practices. Communicate progress of the Internal Audit to management throughout the audit. Prepare the draft audit reports for submission and distribution to the various stakeholders and assess the adequacy and effectiveness of stakeholders action plans. Prepare and finalise Audit Reports for quality review purposes.
• Produce progress and information reports according to requirements and timelines.. Update of the audit findings register. Produce audit findings and recommendations reports and work with management to determine appropriate corrective plans. Contribute to timely reporting to Oversight Committee. Guide and review work performed by Internal Auditors. Provide mentoring and technical support to junior staff.  Assist in performance management and skills development. Liaise with relevant stakeholders during the audit process. Ensure awareness of the audit process and address areas of concern with relevant stakeholders. Assist in ensuring that audit findings are discussed with stakeholders where appropriate. Update the internal audit findings register in partnership with the relevant stakeholders. 

Requirements

• Undergraduate qualification at NQF 7 as recognised by SAQA in in Internal Auditing/ Auditing/Accounting/ Finance/Financial Management/Risk Management)

The following will be considered as added advantage:

• BCom Honours or equivalent
• IAT, PIA or CIA qualifications
• 5 years’ experience in Auditing/ Auditing Experience with supervisory level
• SAIPA/SAICA Registered
• Flexibility in working hours will be required to meet demands of the role.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Valid driver’s License