Senior Internal Audit Manager – Lead Risk & Controls

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead the internal audit function in Randburg, developing the annual plan and overseeing risk management and governance across the organization.

You will manage a team of auditors, oversee engagements from planning to completion, and report findings to senior management and the audit committee for robust controls and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; professional certifications such as CIA, CA(SA) or CISA are mandatory.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive auditing experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of auditing standards, risk management frameworks, and governance principles.
• Proven experience in leading audit teams and complex engagements.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills; proficiency with audit software and data analytics tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessments.
• Lead internal audit engagements from planning to completion, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Assess internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• Supervise and develop the internal audit team.
• Communicate findings and recommendations to senior management and the audit committee.
• Follow up on management action plans to address audit findings.

Skills

Leadership

Auditing standards

Risk assessment

Team management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CIA

CA(SA)

CISA

Tools

Audit management software

Data analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead the internal audit function in Randburg, developing the annual plan and overseeing risk management and governance across the organization.

You will manage a team of auditors, oversee engagements from planning to completion, and report findings to senior management and the audit committee for robust controls and continuous improvement.