Senior Internal Auditor

Our client, a leading financial institution, is looking for a highly experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join their team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to perform your critical audit functions from the comfort of your home office anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of auditing standards, risk assessment techniques, and exceptional analytical and communication skills. This role is essential for maintaining the integrity and operational efficiency of the organization, providing independent assurance to senior management and the board.

• Plan and execute financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the annual audit plan.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying control weaknesses and recommending improvements.
• Evaluate risk management processes and governance structures.
• Develop audit programs and testing procedures.
• Gather and analyze audit evidence, documenting findings clearly and concisely.
• Prepare detailed audit reports outlining findings, risks, and recommendations.
• Communicate audit results and recommendations to management and the audit committee.
• Follow up on the implementation of management's action plans to address audit findings.
• Stay current with professional auditing standards, best practices, and regulatory requirements.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or a related field.
• Professional qualification such as CIA, CA(SA), CISA, or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal auditing, external auditing, or a related field.
• Thorough understanding of auditing standards (IIA), risk management principles, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and audit management software.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex issues.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit engagements effectively in a remote setting.
• High level of integrity and professional skepticism.

• Competitive annual salary.
• Remote work arrangement providing significant flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Contribution to the organization's governance and risk management framework.
• Exposure to various business units and processes.
• Supportive team environment focused on continuous improvement.