Audit Manager

Smart4 Energy; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Smart4 Energy, a global investment management firm, seeks an Audit Manager in Western Cape, Cape Town to lead risk-based internal audit engagements and provide independent assurance to senior management.

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, you will assess governance, risk and controls, identify gaps, and deliver practical recommendations to improve operational effectiveness across the business.

Qualifications

• BCom degree in Finance, Accounting, Auditing or related discipline.
• 8+ years Internal Audit experience.
• 3–4 years in Financial Services, Asset or Investment Management or related environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk-based internal audit engagements across the organization.
• Assess the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Identify control gaps, compliance risks and process inefficiencies.
• Provide practical, business-focused recommendations to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Work closely with business stakeholders and senior management to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Apply IIA Standards and best-practice internal audit methodologies.

Skills

IIA Standards

Lead risk-based audits

Governance & risk

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Communication with senior stakeholders

Education

BCom in Finance/Accounting/Auditing

Job description

Are you an experienced Internal Audit professional ready to take the next step in your career within a global investment management environment?

Our client is a global investment management firm with over a decade of experience within the industry, with an established presence across multiple markets and jurisdictions. As the organization continues to grow and evolve, they are strengthening their Internal Audit function and are looking for an experienced Audit Manager to join the team.

Reporting directly to the Head of Internal Audit, this is a key role within the organization, providing independent assurance while acting as a trusted adviser to the business.

Position:

Audit Manager

Location:

Western Cape, Cape Town

Qualifications:

• BCom degree in Finance, Accounting, Auditing or a related discipline
• 8+ years' Internal Audit experience
• At least 3–4 years' recent experience within Financial Services, Asset Management, Investment Management or a closely related environment

Skills:

• Strong practical knowledge of IIA Standards
• Experience leading risk-based internal audit engagements
• Strong understanding of governance, risk and internal control frameworks
• Excellent analytical, report-writing and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders
• Commercially minded, pragmatic and solutions-oriented

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute risk-based internal audit engagements across the organization
• Assess the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal controls
• Identify control gaps, compliance risks and process inefficiencies
• Provide practical, business-focused recommendations to enhance operational effectiveness
• Work closely with business stakeholders and senior management to drive continuous improvement
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, professional standards and regulatory requirements
• Apply IIA Standards and best-practice internal audit methodologies

Join an established global investment management firm where Internal Audit is viewed as more than a compliance function — it is a trusted business partner providing insight, judgement and meaningful assurance.