Senior Auditor - Financial Services

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Medical aid & retirement fund

CPD hours

Structured career path

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch is seeking a meticulous Senior Auditor to join the internal audit team. You will plan and execute audits, assess internal controls, and report findings to management and the audit committee to improve controls and governance.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in auditing, with COSO knowledge and strong analytical/reporting abilities, ensuring regulatory compliance and efficient financial operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, or related field; CIA or CA(SA) required.
• Minimum of 4 years of auditing experience in financial services.
• Strong knowledge of auditing methodologies, risk assessment and COSO.
• Proficiency in data analysis techniques and audit software.
• Excellent report writing, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit engagements in Stellenbosch.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audits per professional standards and annual plan.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and operations.
• Identify, document, and analyze audit findings, recommending practical solutions.
• Prepare detailed audit reports for management and the audit committee.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed-upon recommendations.
• Contribute to risk assessment and development of the audit scope.

Skills

Data analysis

Auditing standards

COSO

Report writing

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Auditing

CIA/CA(SA) certification

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and experienced Senior Auditor to join their internal audit team in Stellenbosch . This role is crucial for assessing the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and governance across the organization's financial operations. You will conduct audits, identify areas for improvement, and work with management to implement recommendations, ensuring the company operates efficiently and in compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of auditing standards, and excellent report-writing abilities, contributing to the integrity and reliability of the company's financial reporting and operational processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute internal audits in accordance with professional standards and the annual audit plan.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting and operational processes.
• Identify, document, and analyze audit findings, recommending practical solutions.
• Prepare detailed and clear audit reports for management and the audit committee.
• Follow up on the implementation of agreed-upon recommendations.
• Contribute to the risk assessment process and the development of the audit scope.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Auditing, or a related field; Professional certification (e.g., CIA, CA(SA)) is required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in internal or external auditing, with a focus on financial services .
• Strong knowledge of auditing methodologies, risk assessment, and internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Proficiency in data analysis techniques and audit software .
• Excellent report writing, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit engagements in Stellenbosch .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other standard benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing professional development (CPD) hours.
• Exposure to various facets of the financial services operations.
• A supportive team environment and a structured career path.
• Stable employment in a well-established financial institution.