Assistant Auditor

City of Cape Town; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A municipal organization is seeking an Assistant Auditor in Western Cape, Cape Town. The role involves performing internal audits in compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, with a strong preference for candidates holding a relevant degree. Experience in audit-related tasks, knowledge of governance, and proficiency in electronic audit tools are highly desirable. Suitable candidates should have excellent analytical skills and the ability to document findings effectively.

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years’ audit-related experience required.
• Studying towards a relevant professional certification such as CIA or CISA is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform internal audit activities in compliance with relevant legislation.
• Conduct professional audit work according to norms and standards.
• Perform fieldwork and identify controls.

Skills

Audit-related experience

Knowledge of governance

Risk management

MS Office applications

Education

Relevant 3-year qualification or B Degree

Tools

Audit Electronic Working Paper Software (e.g., BarnOwl)

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Auditor

Job Location: Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline: August 15, 2025

Requirements

• A relevant 3-year qualification or B Degree with a preference in auditing or internal audit as a major
• Up to 2 years’ audit-related experience required
• Appropriate Key Performance Indicator audit experience
• Performance Audit experience would be an added advantage
• A valid driver’s license is recommended
• Working knowledge of MS Office applications
• Exposure to Audit Electronic Working Paper Software Solutions e.g., BarnOwl, would be an added advantage
• Studying towards a relevant professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), or other relevant professional designations with completed IIA Learnership would be an added advantage

Key Performance Areas

• Good knowledge of governance, controls, and risk management
• Perform internal audit activities in compliance with relevant legislation, policies, regulations, frameworks, standards (e.g., IPPF), and guidelines
• Conduct professional audit work according to norms and standards under the guidance of an experienced Auditor
• Perform audit planning, including system description, risk assessment, and development of the audit program
• Recognize and evaluate types of fraud, fraud risk, and red flags for fraud
• Perform fieldwork, identify controls, and assess the system of internal controls for adequacy, effectiveness, and efficiency, identifying weaknesses
• Document analytical procedures and utilize electronic auditing techniques
• Discuss interim findings/issues during engagement and assist in preparing draft audit reports

CLOSING DATE: 15.08.2025

Category: Accounting / Financial Services jobs