Internal Audit Senior - JHB

Forvis Mazars Advisory Services is looking for a talented and driven Internal Audit Senior to join our dynamic and fast-growing Internal Audit team in Gauteng. This exciting opportunity allows you to work across a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering value-added internal audit and risk advisory services while building strong client relationships and mentoring junior team members. If you are passionate about governance, risk management, and internal controls, and thrive in a challenging consulting environment, this role is perfect for you to advance your career and make a significant impact.

• Plan, manage, and execute risk-based internal audit engagements to evaluate and improve control effectiveness.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments to identify key business risks and control weaknesses.
• Develop detailed audit programs and testing procedures tailored to client needs.
• Assess the design, implementation, and operating effectiveness of internal controls.
• Prepare clear, concise audit findings and actionable recommendations for management.
• Present audit reports to clients and senior stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of results.
• Provide internal audit consulting and advisory services to enhance client processes and controls.
• Supervise and mentor junior auditors, reviewing their work and providing constructive feedback.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients to understand business challenges and deliver practical solutions.
• Manage multiple audit engagements simultaneously while ensuring adherence to deadlines and quality standards.

• Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) Honours Degree in Internal Auditing, Accounting, or a related field.
• Membership with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is required; CIA designation or progress towards obtaining it is advantageous.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in governance, risk, and compliance consulting.
• At least 2 years' experience in a Senior Auditor role.
• Proven experience conducting internal audits within financial services sectors such as banking, insurance, asset management, fintech, healthcare, and multi-site operational environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead audit engagements from planning through to reporting.
• Strong knowledge of Internal Audit Standards and best practices, including International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards), COSO, and risk management frameworks.
• Proficient in using internal audit software, audit management tools, data analytics, and audit testing techniques.
• Excellent skills in preparing high-quality, review-ready working papers and reports.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders including CFOs, General Managers, and Heads of Function.
• Leadership and team development capability with a client-focused and commercially aware mindset.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within team environments.