Senior Internal Audit Manager - On-Site Kimberley (Finance)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a well-established financial institution in Kimberley to recruit an Internal Audit Manager. Based on-site in the Northern Cape, you will lead the internal audit function, develop annual plans, and drive risk management and governance improvements.

You will manage and mentor a team of auditors, oversee financial, operational, and compliance audits, and communicate findings to senior management and the Audit Committee.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification such as CA(SA), CIA, CISA, or equivalent is essential.
• Minimum 6–8 years of internal audit experience with 2–3 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Significant experience within the financial services industry is required.
• In-depth knowledge of auditing standards (e.g., IIA Standards), COSO, and risk management principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual internal audit plan based on risk assessments and business objectives.
• Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of internal auditors, ensuring high-quality audit execution.
• Conduct and oversee financial, operational, and compliance audits across various departments.
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying weaknesses and recommending improvements.
• Evaluate risk management processes and provide assurance on their effectiveness.
• Prepare detailed audit reports, clearly communicating findings, risks, and recommendations to senior management and the Audit Committee.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure timely and effective remediation.

Skills

Audit leadership

Data analysis

Regulatory knowledge

COSO framework

Report writing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Professional skepticism

Integrity

Team management

Education

CA(SA) / CIA / CISA or equivalent

Tools

Audit management software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 partners with a well-established financial institution in Kimberley to recruit an Internal Audit Manager. Based on-site in the Northern Cape, you will lead the internal audit function, develop annual plans, and drive risk management and governance improvements.

You will manage and mentor a team of auditors, oversee financial, operational, and compliance audits, and communicate findings to senior management and the Audit Committee.