Internal Auditor; IT General Controls

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Job Description:

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Internal Auditor specialising in IT General Controls (ITGC) to join a progressive Group Internal Audit function. This role offers the opportunity to work across technology, finance, and operational environments while leading risk-based audit engagements that support business resilience and strategic decision-making.

You’ll independently manage audit engagements from planning through to reporting, evaluating IT controls, business processes, and operational risks while working closely with stakeholders across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for an audit professional who enjoys technology, continuous improvement, and solving complex business challenges.

• Plan and execute risk-based internal audit engagements
• Conduct IT General Controls (ITGC) audits, including user access management, logical security, and change management reviews
• Evaluate technology controls and identify areas for improvement
• Perform financial, operational, and compliance audits across business units

• Prepare high-quality working papers and audit reports
• Present audit findings and practical recommendations to management
• Perform follow-up reviews on agreed management actions
• Strengthen governance, risk management, and internal control environments

• Perform data analytics to enhance audit effectiveness
• Apply technology to improve audit methodologies
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Internal Audit processes
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and control environments

• Bachelor's Degree in Internal Auditing, Accounting, Information Systems, Information Technology, Risk Management, or a related field
• CIA, CISA, CA(SA), or similar professional qualification (or progress towards) advantageous

• Minimum 3-5 years' Internal Audit experience
• Proven experience conducting IT General Controls (ITGC) audits
• Financial and operational audit experience
• Experience independently managing audit engagements

• Strong understanding of IT General Controls
• Knowledge of COBIT, ISO 27001, or similar governance frameworks advantageous
• Experience with data analytics tools
• Strong analytical, report-writing, and communication skills
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong professional judgement, curiosity, and problem-solving abilities
• Passion for technology, innovation, and continuous improvement

• Exposure to a wide range of business functions and technologies
• Opportunity to lead end-to-end IT audit engagements
• Contribute to digital transformation and governance initiatives
• Work within a collaborative and innovative Internal Audit function
• Continuous professional development and career growth opportunities
• Opportunity to influence risk management and technology strategy across the organisation