Senior Internal Auditor (Opr) (Level I) at eThekwini Municipality

Job Purpose

• To provide an independent, objective audit assurance and consultancy service of the Municipality's Systems of Control, Policies, Procedures and Standards.

Key Responsibility Areas

•  Plan the specific audit in conformity with generally accepted auditing Standards.
•  Conduct all encompassing audits (Risk and Compliance; Value for Money; Contract Auditing; Performance Management and Financial Auditing in accordance with the Cluster/Unit Audit Plan).
•  Report on Audit findings.
•  Follow up on the agreed Audit recommendations to ensure compliance.
•  Control and direct the activities of subordinate staff.
•  Provide consulting services as directed by the Senior Audit Manager.
•  Keep abreast of the new developments and techniques in the Audit profession.
•  Represent the Unit.
•  Conduct Forensic Auditing in accordance with the service level agreement with the Ombudsperson.
•  Provide administrative support to the Senior Audit Management.
•  Recruitment of subordinate staff as directed.

Competencies

•  Research and Analysis
•  Ethics and Professionalism
•  Organisational Awareness
•  Internal Auditing
•  Engagement Management
•  Information Management
•  Interpersonal Relationships
•  Communication
•  Resilience
•  Cognitive Ability

Essential Requirements

•  Degree (NQF Level 7) or equivalent in Financial Accounting or Auditing with Auditing or Internal Auditing as a major.
•  Valid motor vehicle driving license.
•  4 Years Internal Auditing Experience
•  Computer Literacy.

Preferred Requirements

•  Post graduate qualification (NQF Level 8) or equivalent in Financial Accounting or Auditing with Auditing or Internal Auditing as a major and CIA/CA registration.
•  5 Years Internal Auditing Experience