Manager, Internal Auditing

NTT DATA, Inc.; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking a Manager, Internal Auditing to lead the internal audit plan, oversee execution, monitor compliance and present insights to strengthen the control environment. You will work across the group’s corporate function portfolio in a complex global setting and mentor a high-performing audit team.

Join a diverse, inclusive workplace where governance, risk management and continuous improvement are central. Hybrid working arrangement supports collaboration with stakeholders worldwide.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and people-management capabilities.
• Robust knowledge of internal audit, governance, risk and compliance.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication; able to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Plan and scope internal audits with objectives, risks and approach.
• Lead audits across corporate functions and second-line activities.
• Assess governance, risk, compliance and policy controls for design and operating effectiveness.
• Stay updated on auditing best practices and relevant legislation.
• Oversee audit team to ensure quality, consistency and timely delivery.
• Review audit reports, action plans and remediation progress.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and Audit Committee.
• Coordinate with external auditors and other assurance providers.
• Support portfolio priorities and emerging risks in planning.

Skills

Management leadership

Internal audit knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Global matrix

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CIA certification

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA

Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

The Manager, Internal Auditing plays a key management role in delivering the Internal Audit plan, overseeing audit execution, monitoring compliance, presenting insights, and recommending practical improvements to strengthen the control environment.

This role has a strong focus on audits across the Group’s corporate function portfolio and requires an individual with experience assessing second-line governance, risk management, compliance, oversight, policy, and enterprise support processes within a complex global environment.

You will provide assurance over compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, internal policies, and standards, while partnering with senior stakeholders to deliver high-quality, risk-based assurance and insight across the assigned portfolio.

As a people leader, you will foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, while supporting the development of a high-performing internal audit team.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and scope internal audits, including objectives, risks, and audit approach.
• Support and deliver audits across the corporate function portfolio, including second-line activities and oversight processes.
• Assess the design and operating effectiveness of governance, risk management, compliance, monitoring, reporting, escalation, and policy-related controls.
• Remains current with auditing best practice and legislation to advise on the analysis and review of a variety of areas in the business depending on the scope identified in the audit plan.
• Evaluate whether corporate functions are effectively discharging their oversight responsibilities and contributing to a strong control environment.
• Oversees the work of a team of auditors to ensure quality, consistency, and timely delivery of audit work.
• Review and finalise audit reports, assess management action plans, and monitor remediation progress.
• Present audit findings, themes, and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Coordinate effectively with external auditors and other assurance providers.
• Support senior managers on portfolio priorities, emerging risks, and audit planning activities.

To thrive in this role, you need to have

• Strong management capability, with the ability to lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team.
• Strong internal audit knowledge, sound judgement, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A good understanding of business processes and the broader industry environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex matters clearly and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong stakeholder management capability and the confidence to engage constructively with senior leaders.
• The ability to operate effectively in a global matrix environment.
• A strong understanding of second-line operating models, including governance, risk management, compliance, oversight, monitoring, and policy implementation.
• The ability to assess governance-based and oversight-based control environments, not only transactional or operational controls.
• The ability to identify practical, risk-based improvement opportunities across complex and cross-functional environments.

Academic qualifications and certifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent degree or equivalent in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Certification - Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or related designation.

Required experience

• Advanced internal audit management experience in a related environment, including leading teams and delivering audit outcomes.
• Strong experience in regulatory, financial, risk, and compliance audit environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing audits, driving improvement, and supporting a strong control culture.
• Experience auditing corporate functions, governance processes, and second-line risk, compliance, or oversight activities.
• Experience assessing policies, standards, oversight structures, reporting, monitoring, and escalation processes in complex organisations.
• Experience engaging with senior stakeholders across multiple functional areas in a global or matrix environment.

Why join us

This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in strengthening governance and risk management across a diverse and evolving corporate function portfolio. You will work closely with senior stakeholders, support impactful audits, and help drive continuous improvement across the organisation.

Workplace type

Hybrid Working

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us.