Specialist: Internal Controls

Specialist:
Internal Controls

• Operating Division:
  Transnet Pipelines
• Employee Group:
  Permanent
• Department: FI, Internal Controls, DNR
• Location:
  
  Durban Central
• Reporting To:
  Manager Internal Control
• Grade: F
• Reference: req
  5276

Preference will be given to Persons with Disability (PWD)

The closing date is on 19/08/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

To provide support to the Manager:
Internal Controls, to assist in the improvement of the internal control environments in TPL with specific focus on coordination and execution of internal audits across the operational and financial areas of the business. Conduct the 2 line assurance audit in line with TPL's risk based 3 year Internal Control Assurance plan.

• Execution of the adhoc Internal Control Assurance reviews requested of management to provide relevant assurance on control compliance. Reviews to be conducted in terms of International Internal Auditing standards and Transnet methodology.
• Conducting audits of management actions to address internal audit findings.
• Execution of the Internal control assurance plan that covers 2nd level reviews and audits that will assist TPL achieve strategic objectives, mitigate risks and provide assurance to stakeholders.
• Assist in development of control frameworks for processes that do not have these frameworks in place.
• Provide input into awareness / training to promote and ensure compliance to the internal controls awareness.
• Provide guidance and training/support to process/control owners on the CSA process.
• Loading of the audit findings on SAP GRC system and ITM management for purpose of tracking and monitoring the audit issues and ensure that action plans are completed by process owners within the due date
• Perform follow-up reviews on internal and external audit findings - ensure effective and timeous resolution of audit issues across the TPL.

Qualifications, Experience & Inherent Job Requirements Undergraduate degree in finance or auditing 3-5 years' experience is in a financial compliance role is required, involved in conversion of risk and provide improved controls. Public sector experience would be preferred. Requirement of trust and honesty in the handling of finances as per the National Credit Act Amendment 19 Standard Job Requirements Drivers license code 08 Willing to work extended working hour

• Understanding Audit and assurances practices
• Understanding of design of controls to mitigate risks
• Professional Standards for the Practice of Auditing.
• Knowledge of Finance and Accounting systems and practices.
• King IV and corporate governance principles.
• Knowledge and interpretation of all relevant legislation, and regulations

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.

If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.