Group IT Audit Manager

Motus Corporation; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive group in South Africa is hiring an IT Audit Manager to execute and deliver the internal audit plan. This role requires rigorous planning, execution, and reporting on audits while ensuring compliance with methodologies. Key responsibilities include managing a team of auditors, developing audit strategies, and engaging with stakeholders to improve the audit process. Candidates should have significant internal audit experience and relevant qualifications. This position offers the opportunity to impact the IT audit framework of the organization.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of internal audit experience.
• Two years in a supervisory role.
• Experience with audit methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute audits in compliance with methodology.
• Manage audit projects and teams.
• Develop and review audit plans and quality reports.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

3-year degree in accounting or auditing

CISA or CISM certification

Job description

Purpose

"To execute and deliver the approved IT audit plan in compliance with the MIA methodology and charter".

Minimum Qualification and Experience

• At least 3-year degree qualification in accounting or auditing
• CISA or CISM certification or post‑graduate qualification desirable
• 6 years or more internal audit experience with two years’ experience in a supervisory role

Job Objectives

• Ensure Group Internal Audit Annual Plan addresses key risks
• Plan, execute, and report on the approved audit plans for relatively more complex audits as per the MIA methodology and charter.
• Develop and align the 3‑year rolling audit plan and detailed annual IT Audit plan based on the strategic and operational IT risks within the Group.
• Project plan development for assigned projects, determine resources and prepare time budget.
• Compliance with GIA methodology, effective utilisation of time, adherence to objectives and scope.
• Coordinate and conduct effective audits and produce quality working papers.
• Provide guidance to Divisional Audit Management on IT related activities.
• Take responsibility for all IT audit presentations at EXCO.
• Manage work within the allocated time.
• Cost and analyse planned audit, ensure adequate financial management and consult with various stakeholders for input.
• Review and align training plan for IT audit team under supervision to develop capacity.
• Conduct continuous talent management, improve staff morale and drive timely high‑quality performance.
• Manage external relationships with the Auditee and engage with contracted audit firms.
• Continuous research of trends within the IT, IT audit environment and motoring sector developments.
• Perform planned Audit Committee sessions and attend Adhoc management assignments.
• Implement and manage teammate usage across the Internal Audit activity.

Job Outputs – Roles and Responsibilities

Process and Governance Activities

• Planning of the projects in the division.
• Preparation of resource plans to meet the requirements of the approved audit plan.
• Supervision of a pool of multi‑skilled auditors.
• On‑the‑job supervision, mentoring, coaching, motivating and training of team members.
• Implementation of the audit plan for the division.
• Liaison with team members and sign‑off at the planning, execution and reporting phases of each internal audit.
• Appraisal and evaluation of the performance of team members and drawing up of development plan.
• Review and sign‑off of audit working papers and files to ensure compliance to GIA methodology and standards.
• Review of the audit findings and the draft report.
• Interviews/meetings with the client as and when required.
• Compliance with MIA administrative requirements.
• Review of time records to monitor time spent against work done.
• Provision of input to the Senior Manager for the overall management of the division.
• Implementation and management of a risk‑based audit approach.
• Provide combined assurance report to the Risk team which maps reported audits and the outcome thereof to the key risk of the organization.
• Identification of specialist skills required for audit projects and communication of these to the Senior Manager.
• Preparation of quarterly progress reports for submission to senior management.
• Interviews for recruitment of staff for the division.
• Continuous engagements with stakeholders.
• Performance of other projects within MIA as may be requested from time to time.

Expectations

• Schedule of planned projects per division.
• Completed audits within time budgeted.
• Productive staff.
• Proficient staff.
• Completed audits as per the Audit Plan.
• Coordinated and effective audits.
• Developed staff.
• Quality working papers and compliance to IIA Standards.
• Quality audit reports.
• Good client relationship.
• Completed audits.
• Proper administration.
• Productivity analysis.
• Proper management of division.
• Risk‑based methodology.
• Feedback on combined assurance providers.
• Co‑ordinated teams providing a holistic audit to client.
• Proper reporting.
• Appointment of skilled staff.
• Client Satisfaction Surveys completed.
• Project delivered successfully.

Client Relationship Management

• Build and maintain client relationships.
• Communicate with senior management and operational staff.
• Conflict resolution.
• Verbal and non‑verbal communication.

Code of Conduct

• Knowledge of the Motus and MIA codes of conduct.
• Adherence to the Motus and MIA codes of conduct.

Competency Requirements

• Communication: Oral, written and presentation skills.
• Analytical: Problem solving, analytical and decision skills.
• Report Writing: Writing and report development skills.
• Organisation: Ability to work under tight deadlines in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Flexibility: Willingness to embrace change and show flexibility in assignments and the work environment.
• Personal Motivation: Must be self‑motivated and able to work independently.
• Communication and Network: Interfacing with management, functional leads and support staff to achieve objectives.
• Project Management: Ability to meet deadlines and prioritise multiple tasks.
• Working as a Team: Working with people.
• Applying Expertise: Applying expertise and technology.
• Continuous Improvement: Creating and innovating.
• Meeting Customer Needs: Delivering results and meeting customer expectations.