IT External Audit Specialist – Financial Services

BDO South Africa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 780,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO South Africa is seeking an IT External Auditor within the Financial Services Advisory practice in South Africa. The role supports external audits by assessing IT general controls, application controls, data analytics, and testing procedures to back the financial statement opinion.

You will collaborate with audit teams to deliver timely, high-quality results in line with standards. The position covers engagements for banks, insurers and asset managers, with emphasis on risk assessment,

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in IT, accounting or related field.
• Relevant IT audit, external audit or risk advisory experience.
• Certifications such as CISA, CIA or CA(SA) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform IT audit procedures over systems relevant to financial reporting.
• Evaluate IT general controls and interface controls affecting financial processes.
• Document findings and assist in IT audit reporting and communications.
• Support risk assessment, planning and development of IT audit procedures.
• Engage with client stakeholders to obtain audit evidence and clarify controls.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Stakeholder management

Professional integrity

Education

Degree in Information Systems, IT, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field

Tools

COBIT

ITIL

ISO 27001

Job description

BDO South Africa is seeking an IT External Auditor within the Financial Services Advisory practice in South Africa. The role supports external audits by assessing IT general controls, application controls, data analytics, and testing procedures to back the financial statement opinion.

You will collaborate with audit teams to deliver timely, high-quality results in line with standards. The position covers engagements for banks, insurers and asset managers, with emphasis on risk assessment,