Senior Internal Auditor

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health insurance

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join our risk assurance team. You will plan, execute, and report on internal audits across departments to assess controls, risk management, and governance, safeguarding assets and ensuring compliance.

You will provide insights to management for operational improvements and work in a professional, collaborative environment within the Northern Cape region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or related field; CIA/CA(SA) preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of COSO and auditing methodologies; proficiency with audit software.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute comprehensive internal audits, including risk assessment and development of audit programs.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls across financial, operational, and compliance processes.
• Conduct detailed audit testing, analyze findings, and document audit evidence.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, including recommendations for management to address identified control weaknesses.
• Follow up on the implementation of management's action plans to ensure remediation of issues.
• Stay current with auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in internal audit.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Communication

Problem solving

Audit software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or related field

CIA or CA(SA) certification preferred

Tools

Audit software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and thorough Senior Internal Auditor to join their risk assurance team in Kimberley. This position is responsible for planning, executing, and reporting on internal audits across various departments to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes. You will play a critical role in safeguarding company assets, ensuring compliance, and providing valuable insights to management for operational improvements. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial integrity and operational efficiency of a reputable organization in the Northern Cape, working within a professional and collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute comprehensive internal audits, including risk assessment and development of audit programs.
• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal controls across financial, operational, and compliance processes.
• Conduct detailed audit testing, analyze findings, and document audit evidence.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, including recommendations for management to address identified control weaknesses.
• Follow up on the implementation of management's action plans to ensure remediation of issues.
• Stay current with auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in internal audit.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, Finance, or a related field; professional certification (e.g., CIA, CA(SA)) is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and auditing methodologies.
• Proficiency in data analysis techniques and audit software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff in Kimberley.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund contributions.
• Generous annual leave and professional development support.
• Opportunities to gain exposure to various business functions and drive operational improvements.
• A professional and supportive work environment.