Chief Audit Executive

Communicate Finance; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Johannesburg is seeking a Chief Audit Executive to lead the internal audit function. This role is responsible for ensuring governance, risk management, and compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of internal controls, a CA(SA) certification, and experience in insurance-related audits. Excellent strategic thinking and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in insurance operations is required.
• Understanding regulations and compliance in financial services is essential.
• Candidates should have advanced communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the internal audit function ensuring effective risk management.
• Develop and execute an annual audit plan for key processes.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership.

Skills

Governance expertise

Risk management knowledge

Internal control expertise

Data analytics proficiency

IT auditing skills

Cybersecurity knowledge

Leadership skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Professional certification CA(SA)

Postgraduate qualification in Governance, Auditing, Risk or Business

Job description

Reference: CFA020965-BL-1
An established financial services organisation is seeking a highly experienced Chief Audit Executive to lead its internal audit function. This role oversees governance, risk management and assurance across the business ensuring robust control environments and alignment with regulatory and industry standards. The ideal candidate is strategic, influential and deeply knowledgeable in insurance‑related audit environments.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the internal audit function providing independent assurance on governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Develop and execute a risk‑based annual audit plan covering key operational and insurance processes.
• Oversee high‑quality audit engagements reporting insights and recommendations to senior leadership and oversight committees.
• Enhance audit methodologies, systems and team capability to ensure a high‑performing internal audit environment.
• Partner with stakeholders while maintaining independence, contributing expert insight on controls, compliance and emerging risks.

Skills & Experience

• Strong governance, risk and internal control expertise including insurance operations knowledge.
• In‑depth understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks relevant to financial services.
• Proficiency in data analytics, IT auditing, cybersecurity and control frameworks.
• Advanced leadership, stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Excellent analytical communication and problem‑solving skills with the ability to influence decision‑making.

Qualification

• Professional certification CA(SA).
• Postgraduate qualification in Governance, Auditing, Risk or Business (advantageous).

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Contact: Bianca Langenhoven, Recruitment Consultant
Remuneration: R- R- Annually

Employment type: Full‑Time
Experience level: Chief

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