It Audit Associate And Senior Associate - Cape Town & Johannesburg

EY; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Associate/Senior Associate for IT Audit. In this pivotal role, you will lead assessments and certification services, guiding C-suite discussions on compliance and risk management. You'll leverage your expertise in access control frameworks and ERP solutions to enhance clients' operations. Join a global team that values your professional growth and offers a competitive rewards package, including flexible benefits tailored to your needs. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Career development support

Health and well-being benefits

Insurance coverage

Savings plans

Discounts and promotions

Qualifications

• 4+ years of consulting or industry experience in professional services.
• Professional certifications like CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP, or CFE encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Manage client engagement teams and deliver quality services.
• Develop long-term relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Access control framework definition

Security role design

Business process controls review

Access controls review

Project risk assessments

GRC tools knowledge

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

University degree in accounting

University degree in business

University degree in information technology

University degree in engineering

University degree in mathematics

Tools

SAP GRC

Oracle ICM

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Associate / Senior Associate - IT Audit

As a Risk Assurance professional, you will be leading assessments and certification services that will directly support C-suite discussions and important business decisions regarding compliance, cost and quality of our clients' risk management programs.

You will be part of an international network of professionals across geographies and sectors, delivering assessment and certification services that will help verify compliance and improve the performance of our clients.

The opportunity

Our structured career framework means you'll continue to develop, whatever level you're at. So, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Your Key Responsibilities

1. Manage and motivate client engagement teams with diverse skills and backgrounds.
2. Deliver quality client services and manage expectations of client service delivery.
3. Drive high-quality work products within expected timeframes and on budget.
4. Monitor progress, manage risk and ensure key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes.
5. Stay abreast of current business and industry trends relevant to the client's business.
6. Develop and maintain long-term relationships and networks with clients and internal EY stakeholders.
7. Demonstrate deep technical capabilities and professional knowledge.
8. Possess in-depth business acumen and demonstrate ability to quickly assimilate to new knowledge.
9. Remain current on new developments in advisory services capabilities and industry knowledge.

Skills And Attributes For Success

1. Working experience on at least two full cycles of access control framework definition, security role design, remediation and implementation for ERP solutions such as SAP and Oracle.
2. Working experience in performing business process controls review, access controls review (e.g., segregation of duties) and project risk assessments in an ERP environment.
3. In-depth knowledge on key risks and expected controls (including compensating controls) in one or more business processes (e.g., procure to pay, and financial statement close).
4. Understanding of and/or implementation experience with a variety of GRC tools (e.g., SAP GRC and Oracle ICM).

To qualify for the role, you must have:

1. A recognized university degree in accounting, business, information technology, engineering, mathematics or other relevant discipline.
2. At least 4 years of relevant consulting or industry experience, preferably in a professional services environment or MNC.
3. Professional certifications such as CPA, CIA, CISA, CISSP and/or CFE are highly encouraged to apply.
4. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
5. Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, writing and presentation skills.
6. Demonstrates integrity, values, principles, and work ethic.
7. Willingness to travel on overseas assignment as the need arises.

What We Look For

We're interested in people with the right attitude for the job! That's naturally entrepreneurial people that feed on the energy of a thriving global team. You'll need a balance of technical and analytical skills, a creative approach to work and strong communication skills.

What Working At EY Offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working, career development and with FlexEY you can select benefits which suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurances, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions.

Plus, we offer:

1. A position in a business that truly recognizes the importance of strong risk capabilities.
2. Opportunities to develop your skills in a wide range of areas, supported by regular feedback from senior-level colleagues.
3. Chances to build lasting professional relationships both internally and externally.
4. A culture that recognizes success and rewards excellence.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Make your mark.