Senior Internal Auditor

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Exposure to banking operations

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng seeks a Senior Internal Auditor to strengthen the internal audit function across the bank.

You will plan and execute audits, evaluate controls, and report findings with actionable recommendations, while collaborating with risk and compliance teams to uphold governance and assurance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CIA designation preferred.
• At least 5 years in internal or external audit or related financial role.
• Strong understanding of COSO and risk assessment methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and document internal audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes.
• Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls and recommend remediation strategies.
• Identify and assess risks across the organization and develop audit plans.
• Perform testing and analysis of financial data and operational processes.
• Prepare clear audit reports with findings and recommendations for management.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CIA designation preferred

Tools

Audit software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and proactive Senior Internal Auditor to join their internal audit department in Mahikeng. This role is critical for evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and corporate governance across the organization. You will plan and execute audit engagements, identify areas for improvement, and provide recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and compliance. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced auditor to contribute significantly to the integrity and stability of a leading financial institution within the banking and finance sector, ensuring best practices are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and document internal audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes.
• Assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls and recommend remediation strategies.
• Identify and assess risks across the organization and develop appropriate audit plans.
• Perform testing and analysis of financial data and operational processes.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports, including findings and recommendations, for management.
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CIA designation is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or a related financial role.
• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and risk assessment methodologies.
• Proficiency in audit software and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, report-writing, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and continued education.
• Exposure to various facets of the bank's operations.
• A collaborative work environment within the internal audit team.