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The objective of the role is to perform reviews to ensure consistency in planning, execution and concluding on IT General and Application controls.
To support, develop, implement, and monitor audit programs, working papers and templates and where necessary improve the quality control system and provide technical support to the engagement quality reviewers in their performance of EQRs in compliance with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs). The role will report to the Head of EQR.
Perform reviews of IT general controls, Application controls and data analytical procedures, on engagement files in collaboration with the assigned EQR. This includes, but not limited to:
Review of related IT risks and controls implemented to manage these risks (Including cyber security)
Review of Access Controls & ITGC
Review of Change management (Ensure change management process is followed properly for all changes)
Review of Configuration management (changes made to software or application configuration or network devices)
Review of controls related to data integrity, conversion, and protection especially in data migration
Review of Application control and configuration testing
Review of responses to the Deficiencies noted by the IT Auditor – Assess if this is sufficient.
Review of IPE and data extraction reports
Review of IT-related (ISAE) 3402, Assurance Reports on Controls at a Service Organization
Use of computer-assisted auditing techniques (CAATs)
Assist with the development and implementation of IT-related quality control review procedures and working papers.
Provide quality control related guidance to the EQR team in respect of engagement performance and associated processes.
Participate in initiatives to improve the effectiveness of the IT-related quality control review processes.
Identify areas for training based on quality control reviews
Collate findings of various reviews to present to the firm for remedial action and future learning.
Training of audit managers and partners on recurring themes
Liaising with various firm departments on findings
Requirements
BCom: Accounting, Informatics, Computer Science or relevant degree