Assistant Manager: IT Audit (ERP SAP)

Auditor-General of South Africa; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental auditing body in Pretoria seeks an experienced IT Auditor to implement audit initiatives, manage stakeholder relationships, and oversee compliance within the government sector. The ideal candidate will have a B Degree in Auditing, at least 4 years of IS auditing experience, and strong leadership skills. This role offers an opportunity to influence technology-related controls across various departments and organizations.

Benefits

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities

Mentorship programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years IS auditing experience.
• Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Participate in audit committee meetings as required.
• Plan, execute, and report on audits.
• Supervise team members during audit phases.

Skills

Knowledge of Auditing

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

B Degree in Auditing or Computer Science or Informatics

Tools

ERP (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards)

Data Analytics tools

Job description

Requirement Overview

Implement audit initiatives to promote the secure, effective and efficient implementation of IT architectures and services within the government sector.

To be a highly knowledgeable subject matter expert in the evaluation of the design and effectiveness of information systems controls and processes. Further, to develop and implement the IT audit plan to review technical system controls, identify deficiencies, communicate control and compliance risks, advise leadership on status of technology-related controls and compliance concerns within the government sector, and provide meaningful and effective recommendations.

Roles & Responsibilities

Product

-Participate in audit committee/steering committee meetings with Business Unit (BU) management as and when required

-Conduct audit covering the three audit phases:

• Planning
• Execution
• Reporting

-Plan the audit:

• Define the objectives of the audit
• Define the scope of the audit
• Identify benchmarks to be utilised
• Assess the risks from source documentation
• Compile the audit plan
• Conduct a walk through process with the relevant role players

-Execute tests, inclusive of:

• Compliance to policies, procedures, standards and specifications
• Adequacy on goals
• Reliability of information
• Efficiency and effectiveness of operations
• Safeguarding of assets

-Generate audit reports indicating:

• Audit findings
• Recommendations

-Conduct a meeting, where appropriate, to discuss:

• Accepted recommendations to be implemented and timelines applicable
• Rejected recommendations and internal actions to be implemented
• Target dates for implementation and review

-Supervise subordinates in the execution of the three audit phases

-Supervise team meetings regarding the direction and progress on the audits

-Provide guidance to auditors on audit related matters

-Conduct the field work in accordance with policies and procedures

-Communicate to Manager and Senior Manager on progress or obstacles during the audit

-Submit the audit report for publishing and archiving

-Finalise the audit file and submit for archiving in accordance with policies and procedures

-Provide support in the review of contract work and quality assurance

-Provide inputs to Information Systems Audit strategic plans

-Provide guidance on AGSA audit approach

-Promote and manage sound internal controls within the Business Unit

-Keep abreast of the latest development at the AGSA

-Manage audits within the allocated time frame

-Manage audits in adherence to internal processes, policies and procedures

Stakeholder Relationships

-Maintain internal stakeholder relationships:

• Participate in debriefing sessions with regularity audit on the previous year’s audits performed
• Engage with team members during the audit process
• Liaise with colleagues within the Business Unit

-Maintain external stakeholder relationships:

• Liaise with audit firms
• Liaise with Auditees with regards to Audit requirements
• Participate in interviews/ recruitment process

People Management

-Monitor staff performance to implement a culture of performance management:

• Participate in the compilation of IPC’s and PDP’s
• Conduct coaching sessions of staff members
• Provide constant feedback to subordinates
• Provide mentorship to subordinates
• Conduct performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and take corrective action where necessary

-Create a conducive environment to maintain and enhance employee motivation

-Participate in transformational initiatives inclusive of change, organisational culture, CSI, diversity, etc.

-Continually improve own competence through personal development as per PDP and commitment:

• Participate in learning and development programmes
• Participate on programmes for purposes of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

-Manage Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements

-Complete Human Resource Management actions within the allocated time frames

-Support the Manager to ensure the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost effective audits through effective planning and resource management

-Ensure effective and efficient management of projects in terms of time, cost and quality

-Providing input to manager on:

• Planning of audits under her/his control
• Budgeting requirements
• Organisational reporting needs

-Ensure that hours and expenses booked are in accordance with the allocated budget

-Achieve own recoverability target

-Manage budget in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements

-Complete budget management actions within the allocated time frames

Ad-hoc duties

• Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

• B Degree in Auditing or Computer Science or Informatics

The following will be an added advantage:

• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• ERP Certificate (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards)

Knowledge

• Knowledge and understanding of the principles of finance and the components involved in finance; must be able to apply PFMA and MFMA principles and adhere to due dates
• Knowledge of Auditing
• In-depth knowledge and skills in ERP environments
• Should have knowledge of Oracle SysAdmin and Oracle business process reviews

Experience

• Minimum 4 years IS auditing experience
• Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience
• Experience in ERP SAP environment, and other like Oracle, JD Edwards and PeopleSoft would be beneficial
• Experience in Cyber Securityenvironment would be beneficial
• Experience in CAATs/Data Analytics environment would be beneficial

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date. To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters. This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation. Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.