Senior Associate/Assistant Manager - SAP - IT external Audit - Technology Assurance

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Associate/Assistant Manager for SAP IT external audits. The role includes supervising IT audit engagements, managing client relationships, and providing strategic insights into IT risk and compliance. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years of IT audit experience, strong analytical skills, and SAP knowledge, with opportunities for career development in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Defined contribution pension plan

Flexible vacation policy

Learning and development opportunities

Support from engaging colleagues

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in IT audit, with exposure to SAP.
• At least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in Big 4 firms and knowledge of IT Controls legislation.

Responsibilities

• Perform ITGC and automated control testing in SAP.
• Assist in technology risk assessments.
• Document findings for control improvements.
• Oversee IT general controls evaluations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field

Professional qualification (e.g., CISA, CA(SA))

Tools

SAP

IT audit methodologies

Job description

Senior Associate/Assistant Manager - SAP - IT external Audit - Technology Assurance

Location: Johannesburg

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1662662

Senior Associate / Assistant Manager (SAP) – IT External Audit – Technology Assurance

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The opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Associate OR Assistant Manager to join our Technology Risk – Assurance team, with a specialised focus on SAP IT audits.

This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality IT audit services in support of financial audits for both public and private sector clients.

You will supervise and support complex IT audit engagements, manage client relationships, and provide strategic insights into IT risk, governance, and compliance. This is an opportunity to work with a high-performing team and contribute to the development of innovative audit solutions in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

Your key responsibilities:

This candidate will be required to participate in external audit services. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Perform ITGC and automated control testing in SAP and other systems.
• Assist in technology risk assessments, including cybersecurity and governance reviews.
• Document findings and provide recommendations for control improvements.
• Collaborate with financial audit teams to integrate IT and technology risk insights.
• Contribute to client discussions and support senior team members.
• Oversee the evaluation of IT general controls (ITGCs), application controls, and automated business process controls.
• Collaborate with financial audit teams to integrate IT audit procedures into the overall audit strategy.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior client stakeholders, including CIOs, CFOs, and Audit Committees.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, ensuring high-quality deliverables and audit documentation.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, cybersecurity risks, and regulatory changes impacting IT audit practices.
• Work with the engagement team and client to create plans for accomplishing engagement objectives

and a strategy that complies with professional standards and which addresses the risks inherent in the engagement.

• Brief the audit team on the client's IT environment and industry IT trends.
• Maintain relationships with client management to manage expectations of service, including work products, timing, and the value to be delivered.

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex information systems and apply it to client situations.

• Demonstrate excellent project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology/tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services.
• Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess what the firm can deliver to bring value to clients.
• Play an active role in resource management, team development and training related activities.
• Demonstrate excellent practice management skills and motivate the team members to consistently apply them.

To qualify for the role you must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional qualification in progress or completed (e.g., CISA, CA(SA), or equivalent).
• Minimum of 4–6 years of experience in IT audit, with exposure to SAP, with at least 2 years in a managerial or supervisory role, working as an auditor for a public accounting firm or have equivalent systems/technology experience to meet special needs.
• Good understanding of SAP modules and technology risk frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Extensive experience in IT Audit methodologies relating to financial statement audits as well as internal IT audits
• Experience working in Big 4 firms. Proven ability to teach and develop junior staff increasing their knowledge base related to IT auditing.
• A strong understanding of the requirements and equivalent legislation as it relates to IT Controls
• Experience in providing Service organization control (SOC 1 & SOC 2) reporting
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated, committed self-starter
• Demonstrated integrity within a professional environment

Ideally, you’ll also have

• A high level of motivation, strong work ethic and self-starting attitude.

What we look for

We’re interested in intellectually curious people with a genuine passion for cybersecurity. If you have the confidence in both your presentation and technical abilities to grow into a leading expert here, this is the role for you.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high- performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It's one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

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

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