Remote Internal Auditor – Controls & Risk Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Annual incentives

Professional development and certs

Exposure to multiple business units

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Internal Auditor to join our client’s team on a fully remote basis with occasional travel. You will evaluate risk management, controls, and governance, and provide practical improvement recommendations across the organisation.

You’ll assess control design and operating effectiveness, document findings, and liaise with external auditors, while supporting certification efforts and maintaining high integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CIA, CISA, CA(SA) certifications are highly preferred.
• 3–5 years of internal or related risk management/audit experience.
• Strong understanding of COSO and risk assessment methodologies.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audit engagements per the annual audit plan.
• Assess design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over financial and operational processes.
• Document risks, control deficiencies, and areas for improvement.
• Develop practical, cost-effective recommendations to address issues.
• Prepare audit reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations by management.
• Liaise with external auditors for coordination.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and emerging risks.

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Internal Auditor to join our client’s team on a fully remote basis with occasional travel. You will evaluate risk management, controls, and governance, and provide practical improvement recommendations across the organisation.

You’ll assess control design and operating effectiveness, document findings, and liaise with external auditors, while supporting certification efforts and maintaining high integrity.