Audit Manager

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive salary bonus

Hybrid work

Medical aid

Life cover

Retirement fund

Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an accomplished Audit Manager to lead the internal audit function in Paarl, South Africa. You will plan and execute audits across departments to assess financial controls, efficiency, and compliance.

Lead a team of auditors, develop audit plans, report findings to senior management and the audit committee, and drive corrective actions. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Auditing is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan.
• Manage and supervise audit staff.
• Conduct risk assessments and design audit procedures.
• Perform and document audit fieldwork per standards.
• Communicate audit findings to senior management and audit committee.
• Follow up on corrective actions by management.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Auditing

CA(SA)

ACCA

CIA

Tools

Audit management software

Data analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Audit Manager to lead their internal audit function based in Paarl . This strategic role involves planning and executing comprehensive internal audits across various departments to assess financial controls, operational efficiency, and compliance with policies and regulations. You will manage a team of auditors, develop audit plans, and report findings to senior management and the audit committee. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of audit methodologies, and excellent communication abilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the annual internal audit plan, prioritizing areas of highest risk.
• Manage and supervise audit staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Conduct risk assessments and design audit procedures to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Perform and document audit fieldwork, ensuring adherence to professional auditing standards.
• Communicate audit findings, recommendations, and action plans to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed-upon corrective actions by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Auditing; a professional qualification such as CA(SA), ACCA, or CIA is required.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in internal or external auditing, with at least 2 years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards (e.g., IIA Standards), risk management principles, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Proficiency in audit management software and data analytics tools.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication and presentation abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive executive-level salary and bonus structure.
• Hybrid working model offering a blend of office and remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life cover, and retirement fund.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• A collaborative and professional work environment within a reputable organization.