Job Summary
A leading financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to lead audit engagements, assess risks and controls, and provide strategic insights across governance, risk, and compliance. The role includes mentoring junior auditors, managing complex audits, and contributing to the annual audit plan.
Minimum Requirements
- Matric / Grade 12
- BCom / BCom (Hons) in Internal Auditing or relevant degree
- CFE (preferred or in progress)
- 3–6 years Internal Auditing experience
- At least 2 years in a senior auditor role
- Experience in governance, risk & compliance consulting
- Strong knowledge of short?term insurance, laws, and regulations
- Solid understanding of IIA standards and internal audit methodologies
- Proficient in MS Office and audit tools (IDEA, GRC)
- Strong project management and stakeholder?engagement skills
Key Competencies
- Excellent communication and report?writing skills
- Strong analytical and problem?solving ability
- Detail?oriented, methodical, and organised
- Able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
- Professional, confident, and solutions?driven
- Innovative, proactive, and resilient
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and execute audit engagements across assigned portfolios
- Conduct risk assessments, testing, control evaluations, and documentation
- Review audit workpapers and ensure quality and compliance with IIA standards
- Draft audit reports and follow up on issue closure
- Provide guidance to junior auditors and support their development
- Communicate findings to management and recommend improvements
- Contribute to audit planning and annual risk assessments
- Engage regularly with stakeholders and provide portfolio insights
- Identify process improvements within internal audit workflows