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Job description for an Analyst

• The Analyst will be joining an exciting new Financial Services Technology division within BDO and should be able to identify key IT risks related to financial reporting and thereafter key controls in order to develop innovative audit solutions. These solutions cater to the specific IT risks facing businesses within the Financial Services, in addition to new IT risks, which are emerging as a result of exponential technologies such as machine learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics.
• Information Technology General Controls Testing.
• Application Controls Testing.
• Analyse information systems data to assess the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of transaction processing.
• Ability to develop an adequate understanding of client’s businesses and identifying Risks and Controls.
• Maintaining a relationship with the financial audit team and keeping them up to date on the progress of work.
• Mentoring and coaching first and second years.
• Providing status updates to the manager on the project.
• Performing Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATS), where necessary and as part of IT audits.
• Be knowledgeable on using data analytics tool such as IDEA.
• Having reasonable understanding of IT risk management, IT governance concepts, best practice frameworks.
• Participate in proposal development as and when required.
• Participate in training efforts.
• COBIT, ITIL, ISO27001-2 and other models is advantageous.   

Requirements
Qualifications:  

• Bcom Internal Audit, Bcom Information Systems/Informatics
• Bsc Computer Science
• BA Information Management
• The Ideal candidate should be studying toward or wanting to study toward a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification   

Experience:

• 1-3 years working experience in Internal Audit, IT Audit, IT Advisory or Forensics.
• The candidate should have experience working at clients in the Financial Services Industry.   

Competencies:  

• Verbal/written communication and negotiation skills
• Willingness to learn
• Knowledge of the Financial Services Industry.
• Emotional intelligence
• Commitment to continuous development
• Socially aware and able to work as part of a diverse team
• Client focus
• Ability to plan, organise and control

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Job description for an Analyst

• The Analyst will be joining an exciting new Financial Services Technology division within BDO and should be able to identify key IT risks related to financial reporting and thereafter key controls in order to develop innovative audit solutions. These solutions cater to the specific IT risks facing businesses within the Financial Services, in addition to new IT risks, which are emerging as a result of exponential technologies such as machine learning, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics.
• Information Technology General Controls Testing.
• Application Controls Testing.
• Analyse information systems data to assess the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of transaction processing.
• Ability to develop an adequate understanding of client’s businesses and identifying Risks and Controls.
• Maintaining a relationship with the financial audit team and keeping them up to date on the progress of work.
• Mentoring and coaching first and second years.
• Providing status updates to the manager on the project.
• Performing Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATS), where necessary and as part of IT audits.
• Be knowledgeable on using data analytics tool such as IDEA.
• Having reasonable understanding of IT risk management, IT governance concepts, best practice frameworks.
• Participate in proposal development as and when required.
• Participate in training efforts.
• COBIT, ITIL, ISO27001-2 and other models is advantageous.   

Requirements
Qualifications:  

• Bcom Internal Audit, Bcom Information Systems/Informatics
• Bsc Computer Science
• BA Information Management
• The Ideal candidate should be studying toward or wanting to study toward a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification   

Experience:

• 1-3 years working experience in Internal Audit, IT Audit, IT Advisory or Forensics.
• The candidate should have experience working at clients in the Financial Services Industry.   

Competencies:  

• Verbal/written communication and negotiation skills
• Willingness to learn
• Knowledge of the Financial Services Industry.
• Emotional intelligence
• Commitment to continuous development
• Socially aware and able to work as part of a diverse team
• Client focus
• Ability to plan, organise and control

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BDO has a vacancy for a Manager position in our Financial Services Advisory – Regulatory and Compliance Division (“Reg & Compliance”).

The primary goal of the Reg & Compliance Manager role is to:

• Manage the regulatory and compliance engagements for BDO clients.
• Write and publish financial regulatory thought leadership applicable to the South African market.
• Business development and thought leadership strategies for marketing and targeting potential and exiting financial regulatory clients.
• Provide support to the Financial Services practice by ensuring that all FS staff are trained and kept informed regarding legislation and regulation related to financial services, including latest developments in this field.
• Provide support and advice to audit and advisory teams (internally). 
• Develop material, present training and provide regulatory advice to external clients.
• Liaise, communicate with and meet with senior executives at clients and regulators is an important requirement of the role.
• Set and manage budgets for client engagements to minimise overruns, negotiating maximum recoveries on assignments.
   

Principle Outcomes:

• Leading and managing client engagements.
• Identifying and delivering on advisory opportunities, including the development of thought leadership material.
• Providing ongoing training relating to regulatory and compliance related matters to the Financial Services staff at all levels.
• Providing technical consultations internally and externally (to clients).
• Developing internal and external communications relating to current and impending regulatory developments.
• Developing business development strategies for targeting financial regulatory services and clients in the South African market.

We are looking for candidates who would be able to:

• Communicate with C-level executives of clients and executives at regulators.
• Represent BDO on regulatory bodies.
• Make decisions regarding acceptable regulatory treatment in straightforward and complex regulatory queries.
• Take ownership and accountability for client engagements.
• Lead and deliver advisory projects.
• Write and publish thought leadership applicable to the South African market.
• Develop business development and thought leadership strategies for marketing and targeting potential and exiting clients.
• Draft written technical advice / opinions in a clear, unambiguous manner.
• Develop and compile training material for review.
• Present training material both internally and externally.
• Research regulatory and compliance related queries / topics / new developments and communicate, both orally and in writing, the results of the research in a clear, unambiguous manner.
• Work in a team and collaborate with persons within and outside the team.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree
• Member of the Compliance Institute of South Africa
• At least 5 years’ experience in Compliance

Competencies:

• Good communication skills
• Building trust and relationships
• Fostering collaborative teamwork
• Accessibility, persuading and influencing
• Proactive in all that we do
• Fostering active communication
• Continuously adding value
• Client focused
• Developing a commercial and innovative business plans
• Digital mind-set
• Aligning career aspirations with the strategies, goals and objectives of the team and firm
• Innovative and willing to share ideas for new ways of working
• Ability to work at all levels within an organisation
• Passion for mentoring and developing junior staff

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ROLE PURPOSE

• The Senior Manager will lead and deliver governance, risk, compliance, and internal audit (GRC & IA) engagements with a specialisation in the Financial Services sector (banking, insurance, asset management, fintech). The role requires deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks, risk management, and assurance practices within FS, alongside the ability to work across industries where required. Candidates with professional services advisory experience will be strongly considered, while those with industry-side expertise in financial services risk and compliance are also highly valued.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Client Delivery & Engagement Management

• Lead GRC & IA assignments for FS clients (banks, insurers, fintechs, investment firms), ensuring alignment with regulatory and industry best practice.
• Design, review, and implement FS-specific risk management frameworks, compliance programs, and governance structures.
• Deliver internal audit services across credit risk, market risk, operational risk, conduct, compliance, IT risk, and ESG.
• Conduct regulatory compliance reviews (e.g., FSCA, SARB, Basel III/IV, Solvency II, IFRS 9/17, AML/CFT, Twin Peaks).
• Provide clients with strategic insights into emerging FS risks (cyber, climate, AI/digital disruption, regulatory change).
• Ensure work is delivered in line with IIA Standards, ISAE, King IV, and relevant FS regulatory frameworks.

Leadership & People Management

• Lead, mentor, and coach FS-focused teams of managers, seniors, and trainees.
• Build subject matter expertise in financial services risk, audit, and compliance across the team.
• Promote a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Business Development

• Support partners in growing the FS advisory portfolio.
• Lead FS-specific proposals, RFP responses, and pitch presentations.
• Build deep client relationships with FS boards, audit committees, risk committees, and C-Suite executives.
• Contribute to thought leadership in FS regulation, risk management, and governance trends.

Quality & Risk Management

• Act as engagement quality reviewer on complex FS audits and compliance assignments.
• Ensure compliance with firm and regulatory risk management standards.
• Champion innovation in FS risk/audit delivery, including RegTech, AI-driven analytics, and digital audit tools.

Requirements
KEY COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

• Strong technical knowledge of FS regulatory frameworks, governance, and risk management.
• Expertise in risk-based auditing across FS domains (credit, liquidity, capital, compliance, conduct, ESG, IT risk).
• Excellent communication and boardroom presence with FS stakeholders.
• Commercial acumen with ability to translate regulatory risk into business strategy.
• Leadership and mentoring ability within specialist FS teams.
• Ability to manage large, complex FS client portfolios.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• CA(SA), CIA, CISA, CRMA, CFA or equivalent professional designation.
• 8–10 years’ experience in FS-focused governance, risk, compliance, and internal audit.
• Prior experience in professional services/advisory firms (Big 4 / mid-tier) highly advantageous.
• Industry experience in FS institutions (banking, insurance, fintech, asset management) also valued.
• Proven ability to manage FS clients at C-Suite and board level.
• Familiarity with regulatory and governance frameworks (e.g., Basel III/IV, Solvency II, IFRS 9/17, FSCA/SARB requirements, King IV, AML, ESG).
• Exposure to technology risk, RegTech, AI/digital solutions in FS (advantageous).

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Quality and impact of FS client deliverables.
• Growth of FS client portfolio and revenue contribution.
• Client satisfaction at board, audit, and risk committee level.
• Effective leadership and team capability-building in FS specialism.
• Compliance with firm’s quality and regulatory standards.
• Contribution to innovation and FS thought leadership.

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Purpose of the role:

• The local and global business environment requires access to skilled restructuring professionals to meet the current demand. You will use your skills and experience to help our clients anticipate and manage the impact of economic changes and challenges to their businesses. As a Restructuring Professional, you will be required to take statutory appointments in the business rescue and/or the liquidation profession. You will be required to work on compromises and various forms of informal restructuring assignments, including independent business reviews. You will work as part of an existing and dynamic team and will report to senior staff.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Everything you do will lead to providing definitive restructuring services to clients. You will analyse all relevant information to a financially distressed business, including financial statements and contracts as part of your restructuring mandates.
• You will be required to draft restructuring plans and be able to convert financial information into acceptable formats such as business rescue plans, Liquidation and distribution accounts and independent business reviews
• You will be required to work with a myriad of people, at all levels of seniority, with dignity and care.

The opportunity:

• You will work with challenging but motivating projects spread across a wide spectrum of companies nationwide, specifically focusing on financially distressed businesses.
• You will be working with a vibrant team that is focused on helping our clients succeed. Moreover, this role will offer you a diverse and independent work schedule that requires commitment and initiative.

What we look for:

• We are most interested in people who are naturally curious and ready to work in the restructuring environment. We are looking for a sociable and outgoing professional who enjoys working with others and building relationships with both colleagues and clients.
• A goal-oriented individual who can implement strategies with the ambition to strive for excellent service. Furthermore, we need a structured individual with good analytical skills and a genuine interest in restructuring.
• In return, you can expect the support of colleagues, as well as the requisite training you’ll need to grow in your career.

What working at BDO Offers:

• We understand the importance of continuous professional development for our employees and so we offer support, coaching, mentoring and feedback.
•  You will have the flexibility and freedom to outline and manage your work plan and therefore have complete ownership of your role.
•  We also offer a highly competitive compensation package that reflects our appreciation for your performance and the value you bring to our business.
•  Consultancy to BDO can also be explored

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• BCom, LLB and /or CA (SA)
• Around 2-4 years’ post article experience as an accountant or attorney, with good commercial experience
• Excellent critical thinking and analysis skills, and the confidence to identify and resolve problems
• The ability to speak in public and run internal and external meetings
• A proven record of excellence in communication and negotiation, supported by the technical writing skills to translate data into compelling stories and meaningful insights.
• Licensed business rescue practitioner with CIPC and /or on the Master of High Court’s liquidators panel (or willing to be licensed by CIPC or to be placed on the Masters panel once employed

Skills & Attributes:

• Identifying potential issues and solutions in financially distressed businesses
• Demonstrating your professionalism while working in difficult client environments whilst still providing exceptional client service
• Operating effectively in a regulated environment, with a focus on protecting the capital markets and the investing public
• Having a genuine passion for protecting the financial markets via audit procedures auditing, and the resilience to prioritize and adapt in a demanding, fast-moving, constantly changing environment.