Job Summary
Job Description:
As the Chief Audit Executive, your duties include the following:
Provide independent, objective assurance over governance, risk management, and internal controls aligned to organisational strategy
Lead a risk-based internal audit function
Develop and deliver an annual audit plan informed by enterprise-wide risk assessments and insurance regulatory expectations
Oversee high-quality audit execution and reporting on line with IIA standards, with clear, actionable insights for senior leadership
Evaluate key insurance risk areas including underwriting, claims, actuarial models, investments, IT, cybersecurity, and financial reporting
Build, lead, and resource a high-performing internal audit team
Act as a trusted advisory to executives on emerging risks, regulatory change, control enhancement, and operational efficiency
Champion combined assurance across risk, compliance, actuarial, and external audit to strengthen oversight and reduce duplication
Skills & Experience:
Regulatory and Compliance knowledge
ERM and Control Frameworks
Data Analytics and Technology Auditing
Cybersecurity and IT General Controls
Strategic thinking and leadership abilities
Qualification:
Professional certification: CIA, CA(SA), CISA, CFE or equivalent
Postgraduate degree in Risk, Governance, Auditing or Business
Additional certifications in Insurance, Data Analytics, or IT Audit
Contact JENELLE COOKSON on 021 418 1750 Ref number: CTF022297.
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