Senior Auditor

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Professional development

Hybrid work

Exposure to Randburg operations

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Auditor for its Randburg internal audit team. You will lead audits across financial, operational and compliance areas, evaluating controls and risk management while delivering actionable recommendations.

The role emphasizes governance across the organization, with a hybrid work arrangement and opportunities for professional development including CA(SA)/CIA/CISA certifications.

Qualifications

• CA(SA) or CIA/CISA qualification required.
• Minimum 4 years of internal or external audit experience.
• Strong understanding of auditing standards (COSO).
• Experience with data analytics for audit purposes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication with all management levels.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage audits per annual plan.
• Assess internal controls design and effectiveness; identify weaknesses.
• Perform risk assessments to identify key business risks.
• Develop audit work papers with procedures, evidence, conclusions.
• Prepare clear audit reports with findings and recommendations.
• Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure remediation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Report writing

Communication with management

Presentation skills

Education

CA(SA) or CIA/CISA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Auditor to join their internal audit department based in Randburg. This role is crucial for evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance across the organization. You will lead audit engagements, assess operational and financial risks, and provide recommendations to enhance business processes and compliance. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact the operational integrity and efficiency of a leading financial institution in Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the annual audit plan.
• Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying control weaknesses and recommending improvements.
• Perform risk assessments to identify key business risks and evaluate the adequacy of management's response.
• Develop detailed audit work papers, documenting procedures performed, evidence obtained, and conclusions reached.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, communicating findings and recommendations to management.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective remediation.

Requirements

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., CIA, CISA).
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in internal audit or external audit, with a strong understanding of auditing standards.
• Proficiency in risk assessment methodologies and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Experience with data analytics tools and techniques for audit purposes.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for professional development, including CISA or CIA certifications.
• Hybrid work arrangement allowing for a blend of office and remote work.
• Exposure to diverse business operations and strategic initiatives within the company in Randburg.