Job Vacancies at Forvis Mazars Group

Duties and Responsibilities

Learning Needs Analysis

• Conduct learning needs assessments in partnership with Learning Leads
• Translate skill gaps to consistent and effective learning solutions
• Recommend scalable learning solutions that drive measurable performance and behavioural outcomes

Program Development & Oversight

• Develop digital, blended, and face-to-face learning programs aligned with learning objectives and to the expected quality standard
• Implement and enhance learning paths for a service line or domains
• Integrate didactic principles and learning technologies into program design
• Review and validate programs to ensure relevance and effectiveness
• Research and curate off-the-shelf training materials where appropriate
• Monitor learner feedback and performance data to continuously improve programs
• Stay informed on emerging learning practices, tools, and modalities
• Interact with Learning community/related professsions and update the community on new initiatives or projects

SME Engagement

• Build strong, consultative relationships with Subject Matter Experts (SME’s)
• Empower SMEs to contribute effectively to content development, review and validation
• Ensure SME input aligns with learning goals and instructional design standards

Project Management

• Lead end-to-end operational management of learning projects
• Develop project plans, timelines and identify resource requirements
• Manage project communications and stakeholder reporting
• Monitor progress, identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

• Degree in Human Resources, Learning & Development, Business or related field
• 3–5 years of project management experience, preferably within L&D, HR, or corporate training
• Experience of working with SME’s (Subject Matter Experts)
• Solid knowledge of project management methodologies and tools
• Familiarity with LMS/LXP platforms, virtual delivery tools, and content authoring systems
• Understanding of didactics, learning psychology, and instructional design
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Innovative and future-oriented mindset (e.g., AI, Adaptive Learning)
• Project Management certification (PMP, Prince2, Agile) is a plus

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Work effectively as a team member, sharing responsibility, providing support, maintaining communication, and updating senior team members on progress.
• Assign and manage tasks with other team members considering engagement needs and identified business outcomes and organize own work such that important items get done first.
• Build strong internal relationships within the service line and with other services across the organization.
• Manage internal and external relationships at an engagement level.
• Research the client with the objective of developing a detailed understanding of the environment in which they operate.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to manage critical project outcomes, work products, barriers to success, and changes in expectations or scope.
• Identifying risks and controls within business processes under review.
• Drafting detailed audit programmes for tests of attributes, controls and details, as appropriate.
• Identify opportunities for data analytic procedures.
• Compilation of working papers substantiating scope and results of testing.
• Reviewing working papers of junior team members.
• Provide a coaching / mentoring role and review sections prepared by junior staff.
• Display a logical thought process in understanding client challenges and exploring possible solutions.
• Identify and escalate potential risks and issues to project manager along with suggested preventive or mitigating actions.
• Manage the delivery of each assignment in line with scope and limitations;
• Support the business in championing strategic business roles;
• Manage a portfolio of clients; and
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Minimum Requirements

• Previous Audit firm experience necessary;
• CIA advantageous, or at the least, registration for completion of CIA;
• Membership with IIA;
• BCom with honours in Internal Audit / Accounting / Audit from an esteemed university;
• 6 years’ experience in a consulting role in governance, risk, and compliance, of which 2 years’ must be in a managerial role;
• A thorough knowledge of IIA standards and best practices;
• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills;
• Proven ability to manage clients, teams and other relevant stakeholders;
• Knowledge of internal audit software tools and methodologies;
• Good client relations and networking skills;
• Willingness to travel when necessary; and
• Valid drivers’ licence and own transport.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and finalise audit engagements within budgets and time frames with minimal supervision
• Produce client reports (audit planning presentations, management reports, group reporting packs and deliverables, and report to management)
• Management of component auditors
• Builds realistic and achievable plans which enable him/her and his/her team to balance work and home life whilst meeting client/partner expectations
• Monitors and assesses performance, provides feedback on a timely basis and provides performance support especially when improvement is required
• Proposes appropriate approaches to problems and changing priorities and contributes to the development of new initiatives and methods
• Demonstrates the capacity to work in a multi-disciplinary and international environment and understand the diversity of cultures and perspectives
• Liaise with Partners, Staff and Clients on all aspects of the engagement
• Ensure the latest statutory knowledge is applied and undergo any required training
• Maintain effective client relationships

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified CA(SA)
• 2 - 5 years’ post articles experience in the financial services sector
• Experience with managing junior audit staff
• Proficient in preparing audit files and reviewing financial statements
• Proficiency in MS Office with good working knowledge of Excel, MS Word, and MS Power Point
• Ability to plan, execute, and supervise the execution of fieldwork and finalisation of audit engagements
• Well versed in the principles and methodology of ISA315R, ISA 600R, IFRS 9, IFRS 7 and IFRS 13
• International experience and previous experience with a big four firm advantageous
• Understanding of the Dutch or Afrikaans language advantageous

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and finalise audit engagements within budgets and time frames with minimal supervision
• Produce client reports (audit planning presentations, management reports, group reporting packs and deliverables, and report to management)
• Management of component auditors
• Builds realistic and achievable plans which enable him/her and his/her team to balance work and home life whilst meeting client/partner expectations
• Monitors and assesses performance, provides feedback on a timely basis and provides performance support especially when improvement is required
• Proposes appropriate approaches to problems and changing priorities and contributes to the development of new initiatives and methods
• Demonstrates the capacity to work in a multi-disciplinary and international environment and understand the diversity of cultures and perspectives
• Liaise with Partners, Staff and Clients on all aspects of the engagement
• Ensure the latest statutory knowledge is applied and undergo any required training
• Maintain effective client relationships

Minimum Requirements

• Qualified CA(SA)
• 2 - 5 years’ post articles experience in the financial services sector
• Experience with managing junior audit staff
• Proficient in preparing audit files and reviewing financial statements
• Proficiency in MS Office with good working knowledge of Excel, MS Word, and MS Power Point
• Ability to plan, execute, and supervise the execution of fieldwork and finalisation of audit engagements
• Well versed in the principles and methodology of ISA315R, ISA 600R, IFRS 9, IFRS 7 and IFRS 13
• International experience and previous experience with a big four firm advantageous
• Understanding of the Dutch or Afrikaans language advantageous

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Duties and Responsibilities

Implementation and Project Support

• Assist in the preparation of Governance reports under supervision.
• Support project planning and coordination tasks.
• Attend and take minutes in client meetings; assist in preparing presentation materials.
• Help ensure client compliance with regulatory requirements through research and documentation.
• Maintain organized records of client deliverables and correspondence.
• Provide administrative and logistical support to project teams.

Innovation and Research

• Conduct basic research on governance-related topics.
• Share findings and best practices with the team.
• Stay updated on relevant governance regulations and frameworks (e.g., King IV, PFMA).
• Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Business Development Support

• Assist in preparing proposals and presentations for potential clients.
• Help coordinate networking events and maintain contact databases.
• Participate in internal brainstorming sessions for new business opportunities.

Client Engagement

• Support the team in building and maintaining professional client relationships.
• Attend client meetings and networking events as an observer or junior representative.
• Ensure timely and professional communication with clients.

Minimum Requirements

• 0–2 years of experience in Governance, Compliance, or related fields.
• Exposure to consulting or client-facing environments is advantageous.
• BCom degree in Company Secretarial and Governance Practice or related field.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of risk management principles and frameworks (e.g., ISO 31000, COSO).
• Basic understanding of governance frameworks and legislation (e.g., Basel III, King IV, Companies Act, FSCA guidelines).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and eagerness to learn.