Divisional Head: Corporate & Forensic Audit: Inta50003

City Of Ekurhuleni; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 461 000 - 1 806 000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Gauteng is seeking a Forensic Auditor to conduct audits, implement departmental strategies, and oversee financial compliance. The ideal candidate should hold a B Degree in Auditing/Accounting and have substantial experience in forensic audits, especially in a senior management role. This position is a fixed-term contract of five years, offering a remuneration package between R 1,461,024 and R 1,805,488 total cost to the company.

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in a similar environment with at least 4 years at senior management level.
• Experience in managing and conducting forensic audits.
• Required to obtain NQF Level 5 Finance Management qualification within 18 months if not held.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic audits in line with departmental methodology.
• Implement departmental strategy and goals.
• Facilitate and oversee audits for the Corporate Services Departments.
• Manage governance and risk management.

Skills

Finance and IT auditing skills

Strategic leadership skills

Knowledge management

Accountability and ethical conduct

Knowledge of relevant legislation

Education

B Degree in Auditing / Accounting / Commerce or equivalent

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Registered Government Auditor (RGA)

Admitted Attorney

Advocate of the High Court

Certified Chartered Accountant (SA)

Job description

Overview

Location

City of Ekurhuleni

Remuneration

R 1,461,024 to R 1,805,488 - Total cost to company

Assignment Type

Fixed Term Contract

Workplace: Swartkoppies Depot Complex, Alberton

Key performance areas

• Ensure that the forensic audits are performed in line with the set Departmental methodology and IIA and/or ACFE standards
• Implement Departmental strategy and goals through development, alignment and implementation of Department practices, processes and standards
• Facilitate, manage and oversee the audit for the Corporate Services Departments, including information systems and financial audits
• Ensure integration of business processes and systems, enabling sustainable service excellence
• Render guidance in design, information monitoring and reporting on auditing information systems
• Manage governance and risk management to identify and manage governance and risk exposure liability
• Monitor and enforce effective financial control, corporate governance and financial compliance
• Develop and deliver on service level agreements in line with the Batho Pele principles
• Lead and manage direct and indirect teams by providing context, setting performance standards and educating on process, quality and policy

Core Requirements

• B Degree in Auditing / Accounting / Commerce or relevant equivalent NQF Level 7 qualification
• A Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Registered Government Auditor (RGA), Admitted Attorney, Advocate of the High Court and Certified Chartered Accountant (SA) would be advantageous
• 8 years\' experience in a similar environment of which at least 4 years must have been at senior management level
• Knowledge management
• Finance and IT auditing skills
• Strategic leadership skills
• Accountability and ethical conduct
• Knowledge of relevant legislation
• Experience in managing and conducting forensic audits

Enquiries: Tel: Natasja Havenga

Note: The successful candidate who does not have the NQF Level 5 Finance Management qualification will be required to obtain it within 18 months, in terms of the National Treasury Requirement.

Appointments will be made on a 5 (five) year fixed term and will be subject to the signing of an employment contract, performance agreement and disclosure of financial interest. Candidates will be subjected to relevant competency assessment as well as security clearance / vetting processes.

Applications will not be considered if the necessary copies of the required qualifications, identity documents, driver\'s license (if applicable) and current professional registration (if applicable), are not attached to the application / CV. Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.

Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.

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