Internal Compliance Audit Officer

TrudyQ Consulting; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 770,000; Full time

Job summary

TrudyQ Consulting in Cape Town seeks an Internal Compliance Audit Officer to independently manage and execute the CMP across licensed markets. You will develop testing schedules, identify regulatory deficiencies, and oversee remediation while supporting AML/CFT assurance and regulatory reporting.

The role requires 3–5 years in Internal Audit/Risk/Compliance with strong data analytics and CAATs proficiency. Remote/flexi hours apply, with 45 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Matric/NQF4 with completed degree in related field (e.g. BCom, LLB) or professional certifications such as CIA/CISA/CFE.
• 3–5 years' experience in Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance; iGaming or financial services preferred.
• Solid knowledge of regulatory frameworks (FICA, FAIS, Companies Act).
• Proficiency in data analytics, CAATs and ERP/audit software.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Working hours: Remote & Flexi hours (45 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Own and maintain the Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP) and testing calendar.
• Conduct risk-based testing against jurisdictional licensing standards; identify gaps and remediation.
• Support AML/CFT assurance and regulatory reporting, including STR submissions.
• Provide regular reporting on findings, trends, and remediation progress.
• Continuously improve CMP based on regulatory changes and emerging risks.

Skills

Data analytics

CAATs

ERP systems

Audit software

Regulatory frameworks

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree / relevant qualification

CIA / CISA / CFE / LLB

Tools

CAATs

ERP systems

Audit software

Job description

Internal Compliance Audit Officer required in Cape Town.

As the Internal Compliance Audit Officer, you will be responsible for the independent management and execution of the Company’s Compliance Monitoring Programme (CMP), providing assurance that regulatory requirements and internal controls are being effectively met across the Company’s licensed markets.

You will own the ongoing development of the CMP and conduct risk-based testing against several jurisdictional licensing standards, identifying regulatory deficiencies and control weaknesses and overseeing remediation through to completion. The role will also support AML/CFT assurance and regulatory reporting activities, including STR submissions, and provide regular reporting on key findings, trends, emerging risks and remediation progress.

Remuneration: Market Related Salary + Co. pension contribution after successful completion of 3-month probationary period.

Location: Cape Town – Remote / Flexi Working Hours.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric/NQF4 & Completed Degree/Qualification in related field, e.g. (BCom) in Accounting, Internal Auditing, Risk Management, or Governance, or an LLB (Bachelor of Laws) or relevant Professional Certifications, e.g. CIA, CISA, CFE etc.
• Sound skills and knowledge of Regulatory Frameworks (FICA, FAIS, Companies Act etc.)
• Minimum of 3 – 5 years’ experience in a similar role (iGaming Industry or Financial Services Industry preferred)
• Must have background in Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance and strong knowledge and understanding of frameworks, methodologies, and best practices
• Proficiency in data analytics, computer-assisted audit techniques (CAATs), and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems or audit software
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Working Hours: Remote & Flexi working hours (45 Hours per week). Start between 06h00 – 10h00 and end between 14h00 – 18h00

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance Monitoring Programme: Own and maintain the CMP | Develop the monitoring calendar and testing schedule | Perform risk-based monitoring reviews | Maintain appropriate testing methodologies and sampling | Ensure monitoring is completed within agreed timelines | Continuously improve the CMP based on findings, regulatory changes and emerging risks
• Regulatory Compliance Testing: Test compliance against several jurisdictional standards | Assess both control design and operating effectiveness | Gather, review and identify gaps or exceptions in supporting evidence | Document findings clearly and objectively | Identify recurring or systemic issues | Escalate material compliance deficiencies to the CCO

Findings & Remediation: Maintain the central findings/remediation register | Track corrective actions through to closure | Challenge inadequate remediation | Escalate overdue or ineffective remediation | Validate evidence before closing findings

AML/CFT Assurance & Regulatory Reporting: Perform compliance monitoring of AML/CFT controls | Identify potential control failures or weaknesses | Assist with regulatory reporting, including submissions | Maintain appropriate evidence and audit trails | Support the CCO with AML/CFT assurance reporting

Reporting: Produce individual monitoring reports | Produce periodic CMP reporting for the CCO | Highlight material findings, trends and recurring issues | Report remediation progress and overdue actions | Provide information and analysis for the CCO’s Board reporting

Continuous Improvement: Identify trends across monitoring results | Recommend improvements to controls and processes | Keep testing methodologies aligned to regulatory expectations | Monitor regulatory developments relevant to AGCO, AGLC and AGCC | Any other duties as requested by the Company