Internal Audit Manager

Hire Resolve; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks an experienced Internal Audit Leader to manage their client's internal audit function within a large mining or manufacturing environment. This strategic role emphasizes IT governance and risk management, requiring deep expertise in auditing sophisticated business and IT landscapes. Responsibilities include developing audit strategies, leading risk-based plans, and ensuring compliance with IIA standards. Candidates must possess a relevant degree, professional certification, and substantial leadership experience in internal audit.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ relevant auditing experience.
• At least 5 years in a senior management role.
• Proven internal audit leadership in large environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Internal Audit strategy.
• Lead the risk-based audit plan.
• Ensure compliance with IIA Standards.
• Direct investigations and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.
• Champion innovative audit methodologies using data analytics and technology.
• Ensure compliance with IIA standards and governance requirements.
• Lead and develop the internal audit team; foster high performance.
• Present findings to executive management, Board, and Audit Committees.
• Collaborate with leaders to strengthen internal controls and governance.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of IT auditing

Strong capability in data analytics

Exceptional analytical abilities

Outstanding report writing skills

Stakeholder engagement skills

Audit leadership

Risk management

Education

NQF 7 (Relevant degree or advanced diploma)

CIA, CISA, or CA(SA) certification

Tools

MS Office

TeamMate audit software

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Internal Audit Leader to oversee and advance our client's internal audit function in a large mining or manufacturing environment. This role has a strong focus on IT, governance, and risk management. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in auditing complex business and IT environments, with a proven ability to lead, innovate, and deliver results in a large‑scale industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Internal Audit strategy aligned to business objectives.
• Lead the creation and delivery of the risk‑based audit plan and rolling 4‑year plan.
• Oversee and drive IT audits, with a strong emphasis on cyber security and emerging risks.
• Direct ad‑hoc investigations and provide actionable recommendations to executive leadership.
• Champion innovation in audit methodologies, leveraging data analytics and technology.
• Ensure full compliance with IIA Standards, professional practices, and organisational governance requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team, fostering a high‑performance culture.
• Present findings and recommendations to executive management, Board, and Audit Committees.
• Collaborate with business leaders to strengthen internal controls and enhance governance processes.

Requirements

• NQF 7 (Relevant degree or advanced diploma) in Auditing, Accounting, or Computer Science.
• CIA, CISA, or CA(SA) professional certification (CISA preferred).
• Minimum 10 years’ relevant auditing experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management role in internal audit.
• Proven internal audit leadership in large mining or manufacturing environments.
• Valid driver’s license (if applicable).
• Clear security screening record.
• Medically fit for site work.
• Advanced knowledge of IT auditing, cyber security, governance frameworks (King Code, COSO, SOX).
• Strong capability in data analytics and technology‑driven audit methodologies.
• Deep understanding of business processes, risk management, and internal controls.
• Proficient in MS Office and TeamMate audit software.
• Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Outstanding report writing and stakeholder engagement skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.

How to Apply

• Contact Lidene Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail].
• Please use "Internal Audit Manager" as your subject line when applying via email.

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.