Senior Manager - IT Audit - SAP - Technology Assurance

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm located in Johannesburg is looking for a Senior Manager - IT Audit specializing in SAP and technology risk. The role involves leading audit engagements, managing client relationships, and mentoring team members. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT audit and SAP, as well as a strong educational background in Information Systems or a related field. The firm offers a competitive compensation package and a culture of inclusive development.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage

Defined contribution pension plan

Paid personal days and vacation policy

Opportunities for skills development

Coaching and support from colleagues

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in IT audit and technology risk, with strong SAP expertise.
• At least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.
• Experience in providing Service organization control (SOC 1 & SOC 2) reporting.

Responsibilities

• Drive IT audit strategies for SAP systems and technology risk assessments.
• Mentor and lead teams in performing SAP and technology risk testing.
• Collaborate with financial audit teams to integrate IT audit procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

SAP expertise

IT Auditing

Cybersecurity principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field

Professional qualification (e.g., CISA, CA(SA), or equivalent)

Tools

SAP GRC

S/4HANA

Risk/control frameworks

Job description

Senior Manager - IT Audit - SAP - Technology Assurance

Location: Johannesburg

Other locations: Primary Location Only

Requisition ID: 1662658

Senior Manager - IT Audit - SAP - Technology Assurance

At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

EY's people in more than 150 countries are committed to operating with integrity, quality and professionalism in the provision of audit, advisory, tax and transaction advisory services. We strive to help all of our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone's contributions, appreciates diversity of thought, fosters growth, and provides continuous opportunities for development. Recognized as one of Africa's top employers, EY continually strives to be a great place to work.

The opportunity

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager to join our Technology Risk – Assurance team, with a specialised focus on SAP-aligned IT audits.

This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality IT audit services in support of financial audits for both public and private sector clients.

You will lead IT audit and technology risk engagements within Assurance, specialising in SAP environments and broader technology risk areas for external audit clients; manage client relationships, and provide strategic insights into IT risk, governance, and compliance. This is an opportunity to work with a high-performing team and contribute to the development of innovative audit solutions in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape.

Your key responsibilities

• Drive IT audit strategies for SAP systems and technology risk assessments aligned with external audit requirements.
• Oversee the evaluation of IT General Controls (ITGC), automated controls, and technology risk frameworks across SAP and other critical systems.
• Provide insights on technology governance, cybersecurity, and emerging risks impacting financial reporting.
• Manage client relationships and deliver high-quality assurance services.
• Mentor and lead teams in performing SAP and technology risk testing.
• Lead and manage IT audit engagements aligned with PCAOB standards, including SOX 404, ISAE3402, and SOC1/SOC2.
• Collaborate with financial audit teams to integrate IT audit procedures into the overall audit strategy.
• Present findings and recommendations to senior client stakeholders, including CIOs, CFOs, and Audit Committees.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, ensuring high-quality deliverables and audit documentation.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, cybersecurity risks, and regulatory changes impacting IT audit practices.
• Work with the engagement team and client to create plans for accomplishing engagement objectives.
• Brief the audit team on the client's IT environment and industry IT trends.
• Maintain relationships with client management to manage expectations of service, including work products, timing, and the value to be delivered.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of complex information systems and apply it to client situations.
• Demonstrate excellent project management skills, inspire teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members, and use current technology/tools to enhance the effectiveness of deliverables and services.
• Understand EY and its service lines and actively assess what the firm can deliver to bring value to clients.
• Generate new business opportunities by developing ideas and solutions to present to internal and external clients.
• Play an active role in resource management, team development and training related activities.
• Demonstrate excellent practice management skills and motivate the team members to consistently apply them.

To qualify for the role you must have

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or related field.
• Professional qualification (e.g., CISA, CA(SA), or equivalent).
• 8–10 years of experience in IT audit and technology risk, with strong SAP expertise; with at least 3 years in a managerial or supervisory role, working as an auditor for an accounting firm or have equivalent systems/technology experience to meet special needs.
• In-depth knowledge of SAP GRC, S/4HANA, and technology risk tools, with SAP modules (FI/CO, MM, SD) and risk/control frameworks.
• Strong understanding of ITGC, cybersecurity principles, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Extensive experience in IT Audit methodologies relating to financial statement audits.
• Experience working in Big 4 firms.
• Proven ability to teach and develop junior staff increasing their knowledge base related to IT auditing.
• A strong understanding of the requirements and equivalent legislation as it relates to IT Controls.
• Experience in providing Service organization control (SOC 1 & SOC 2) reporting.
• Excellent leadership and teamwork skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly motivated, committed self-starter.
• Demonstrated integrity within a professional environment.

Ideally you’ll also have

• A high level of motivation, strong work ethic and self-starting attitude.

What we look for

We’re interested in intellectually curious people with a genuine passion for cybersecurity. If you have the confidence in both your presentation and technical abilities to grow into a leading expert here, this is the role for you.

What we offer

At EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture - built on high- performance teaming - where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It’s one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.

We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you to decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well‑being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry.
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career.
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.