Remote Compliance Auditor

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional growth and certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Remote Compliance Auditor to join an independent audit function. This role evaluates the effectiveness of compliance programs, identifies non-compliance, and recommends improvements to ensure regulatory adherence.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of audit principles and financial regulations, working in a fully remote team that values accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in compliance, internal audit, or related field, preferably in financial services.
• Solid understanding of audit methodologies and compliance frameworks (e.g., FICA, POPIA, AML).
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits to evaluate compliance with laws, regulations and company policies.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls related to compliance.
• Identify compliance risks and recommend corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Prepare detailed audit reports with findings, conclusions and recommendations.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely resolution.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and their impact on the organization.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law or related field

Tools

Audit software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Remote Compliance Auditor to join their independent audit function. In this role, you will be responsible for assessing the effectiveness of the company's compliance programs, identifying areas of non-compliance, and recommending improvements to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies. This is a unique opportunity to work from home and contribute significantly to the company's governance and risk management framework. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of audit principles and financial regulations, working within a fully remote team that values accuracy, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct internal audits to evaluate compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls related to compliance.
• Identify compliance risks and recommend corrective actions and preventive measures.
• Prepare detailed audit reports summarizing findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely resolution.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and their potential impact on the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in compliance, internal audit, or a related field, preferably in financial services.
• Solid understanding of audit methodologies and compliance frameworks (e.g., FICA, POPIA, AML).
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with audit software and tools is desirable; ability to work effectively in a remote setting is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and certifications.
• Be a key contributor to the company's ethical and regulatory standing.