Internal Auditor Intern

Clientele Limited; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Clientele Limited is seeking an Internal Audit professional to execute field work and assess governance, risk management and internal controls. You will express informed opinions, identify control weaknesses, and propose practical improvements to business processes.

The role emphasizes clear communication with stakeholders and continuous professional development. Active involvement in developing audit objectives, keeping up with industry standards, and supporting ad-hoc investigations is

Qualifications

• Experience with risk management procedures.
• Understanding of governance, risk and control concepts.
• Familiarity with financial services or related industries.
• Ability to identify root causes and impact.
• Ability to prepare quality audit reports with clear conclusions.
• Proactive in professional development and peer coaching.

Responsibilities

• Execute audit field work in line with quality standards.
• Assess governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Express an opinion based on audit results.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal controls.
• Identify root causes and recommend changes to processes.
• Prepare quality audit reports with minimal edits.
• Communicate findings to audit team and stakeholders.
• Support ad-hoc investigations and stock takes.
• Maintain professional development and training.

Skills

Risk management

Internal controls

Controls advisory

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team player

Leadership

Project management

Adaptability

Analytical mindset

Education

Internal audit certification (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Execute audit field work in compliance with quality standards by following and completing prepared work programs. Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management practices and internal controls.

Express an opinion based on the results of the work performed.

Identify opportunities to improve internal controls, including internal financial controls.

Identify and clearly articulate the root cause of issues identified and impact thereof and recommend changes to business processes that will address the control weaknesses.

Prepare a quality and balanced audit report to specified standards, encapsulating the control weaknesses identified and results of audit work performed, with minimal editorial changes.

Incorporate fundamental principles, key issues and control themes emanating from other functional areas and assurance providers to ensure relevant & appropriate audit findings.

Assist the Head of Internal Audit / Senior Audit Manager / Audit Manager with other operational and reporting activities as required.

Identify opportunities for innovation in audit as well as client processes and develop practical solutions to implement innovative practices.

Effective communication with the audit team, audit management and key stakeholders.

Keep abreast of emerging industry standards, best practices, industry challenges, upcoming legislation, operational requirements and technology changes related to the internal audit environment.

Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships and a wide relationship network across business units and within Internal Audit.

Respond to client needs and queries professionally and within agreed turn-around times.

Communicate professionally in all communication forms. Listens actively to others.

Identify development needs and address these through training and continuous professional development.

Proactively seek and embrace formal and informal peer coaching opportunities.

Where needed, assist with ad-hoc investigations/engagements and stock takes

Administrative duties that may be required

Experience and Qualifications:

Studying towards an Internal audit related certification will be advantageous

Core Competencies:

Familiar with risk management procedures and processes.

Understanding of Financial services Industry.

Understanding the control frameworks, and Project Management Frameworks and applicable financial and insurance standards and acts

Initiative and creativity in developing audit objectives and procedures

Adheres to budget goals, meets deadlines and communicates difficulties in a timely manner.

General business acumen.

Understand emerging financial services and market trends.

Proficient in Microsoft Word & Excel

Problem solving and negotiating skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Advanced research and investigations skills

Personal Characteristics:

Team player, Leader, Professional, adaptable, confident in personal capabilities, proactive, reliable, innovative

Does this position deal with cash or require trust in dealing with financial information?

Yes – (Have access to confidential information)