Senior Auditor

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Career development

Exposure to diverse units

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Auditor to join its internal audit team in Benoni. The role involves planning and executing financial, operational, and compliance audits, with emphasis on control effectiveness and risk assessment.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and professional certification (CIA/CA(SA)/CPA/CISA), plus at least 4 years of audit experience in banking or finance-related environments. Excellent communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CIA, CA(SA), CPA or CISA certification required.
• Minimum 4 years in internal or external audit.
• Strong understanding of COSO framework.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and audit software.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct internal audits according to the annual audit plan.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Identify, analyze, and document audit findings and recommend practical solutions.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports for management and the audit committee.
• Perform follow-up procedures to ensure action plans are implemented.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Audit software

Data analysis

COSO framework

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIA/CA(SA)/CPA/CISA certification

Tools

Audit software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and experienced Senior Auditor to join their internal audit team in Benoni . This role is responsible for planning and executing financial, operational, and compliance audits across the organization. You will assess internal control effectiveness, identify areas of risk, and provide recommendations for improvement to management within the Banking & Finance sector . The Senior Auditor will play a vital role in ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and the integrity of financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct internal audits according to the annual audit plan.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Identify, analyze, and document audit findings and recommend practical solutions.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports for management and the audit committee.
• Perform follow-up procedures to ensure management's action plans are implemented effectively.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and regulatory changes affecting financial institutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CA(SA), CPA, or CISA is required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in internal or external audit, preferably within the Banking & Finance industry.
• Strong understanding of auditing principles, risk assessment, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and audit software.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Excellent opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Exposure to various business units and operations.
• A challenging and rewarding role in Benoni .