Remote Internal Auditor

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote role

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a highly skilled Remote Internal Auditor to strengthen governance, risk management, and control processes across the organization in a fully remote role.

You will plan and execute audits, assess compliance with South African laws, report findings to management and the audit committee, and follow up on corrective actions with strong analytical and investigative skills in a virtual environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CIA, CA(SA), or CISA certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of internal/external audit or compliance experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes.
• Evaluate internal controls and identify weaknesses, recommending improvements.
• Assess compliance with policies and relevant South African laws and regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop audit plans based on identified risks.
• Prepare audit reports for management and the audit committee.
• Follow up on audit findings to ensure corrective actions are implemented.

Skills

Auditing

Risk assessment

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Audit software

Data analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and independent Remote Internal Auditor to enhance their governance, risk management, and control processes. This is a fully remote position that allows you to conduct audits, assess compliance, and identify areas for operational improvement across the organization without the need for physical presence. You will be instrumental in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, operational efficiency, and adherence to policies and regulations. This role is ideal for a self-motivated auditor who excels in a virtual setting and possesses strong analytical and investigative skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute comprehensive internal audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying weaknesses and recommending improvements.
• Assess compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant South African laws and regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop audit plans based on identified risks.
• Prepare clear, concise, and actionable audit reports for management and the audit committee.
• Follow up on audit findings to ensure that corrective actions are implemented effectively.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CA(SA), or CISA is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or a related compliance role.
• Strong understanding of auditing standards, risk management principles, and internal control frameworks.
• Proficiency with audit software and data analytics tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote reporting and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote position offering unparalleled work flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• A challenging and rewarding role with significant organizational impact.