Senior Auditor

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Health benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a Senior Auditor to strengthen its internal audit function within the Banking & Finance sector. You will lead audit engagements, develop audit plans, and report findings to senior management and the audit committee.

The role requires a CIA/CA(SA) certification or equivalent, 4–6 years in audit or risk, and strong data-analysis and communication skills to ensure compliance across the organization and drive improvements in controls and governance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CIA or CA(SA) certification required.
• 4–6 years of internal/external audit or risk management experience.
• Strong understanding of auditing standards and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and audit software.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize internal audits in accordance with audit standards.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Identify audit issues, develop findings, and recommend practical solutions.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing findings and management action plans.
• Communicate audit results to senior management and audit committee.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed-upon recommendations.

Skills

Auditing principles

Regulatory frameworks

Data analysis

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CIA/CA(SA) certification

Tools

Audit software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a meticulous and experienced Senior Auditor to join their internal audit department in Mahikeng . This role is crucial for assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, identifying financial and operational risks, and ensuring compliance with regulations across the organization within the Banking & Finance industry. You will lead audit engagements, develop audit plans, and provide valuable insights and recommendations to management. This is a key position for an auditor committed to maintaining the integrity and efficiency of the company's operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize internal audits in accordance with audit standards.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Identify audit issues, develop findings, and recommend practical solutions.
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing findings and management action plans.
• Communicate audit results to senior management and audit committee.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed-upon recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CA(SA), or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management.
• Strong understanding of auditing principles, accounting standards, and regulatory frameworks.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and audit software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Exposure to various facets of the banking business operations.
• A professional and structured working environment.