Senior Internal Auditor at PSG Konsult Ltd

Job Overview

• We are looking for an objective Senior internal auditor to add value and improve our operations by bringing a systematic and disciplined approach to the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
• The successful candidate possess a good knowledge of risk and control within the Financial Services Sector in particular the Wealth and Investment management industry as well as  insurance, stock broking, and financial planning.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform  risk assessments and integrated reviews to identify high-risk areas that require focus.

Conduct internal audits to assess the design and operating effectiveness of controls as well as effectiveness of risk management ,compliance and governance within the business, including:

• Pre- and post-implementation reviews of system implementations or enhancements.
• Reviews of  management policies and procedures to ensure that controls are adequately implemented and operating effectively.
• Provide the business with guidance and recommendations on risk management,
• Perform data analytics.

Within each audit assignment, being responsible for (cradle to grave):

• Walkthroughs
• Key risk and key control identification
• Defining testing strategies
• Population analysis
• Sample selections
• Perform fieldwork and control effectiveness testing.
• Consolidate findings and agreed action plans (recommendations).
• Creation and finalisation of internal audit reports.
• Execute internal audits within predetermined timeframes.
• Conduct peer reviews and follow-up activities across the group.
• Build strong relationships within the business and other layers of defence.
• Mentor and coach juniors on the job
• Report to the Chief Audit Executive
• Possible travelling across the group for audit activities.

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, or other relevant discipline such as Internal Auditing
• CIA or CA(SA)
• 2 - 3 years of hands-on auditing experience
• Have internal or external auditing experience (within the Financial Services Sector or in a similar role)
• Strong technical skills
• Project assurance experience
• Other certifications will be an added advantage

Competencies:

• Attention to detail.
• Self-starter and ability to work independently.
• Strong relationship-building capability.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem identification and solution skills.
• Has the ability to assimilate and apply relevant business principles.
• Strong knowledge of operational risk concepts.
• Hands-on and involved in all aspects of the internal audit process.
• Understanding of the Institute of Internal Audit standards
• Understanding of the relevant regulatory environment

Closing date:    31-Jan-2026