Internal Auditor

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

• To execute audit assignments (includes financial, operational and compliance audits) in accordance with the Internal Audit Standards. To audit the efficiency and adequacy of financial and operational controls within the SABC to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations and the PFMA and to inform relevant stakeholders on the state of the control environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analysing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.
• Conducts interviews, reviews documents, develops and administers surveys, composes summary memos, and prepares working papers.
• Examines, evaluates and documents information to support audit results.
• Identifies, develops, and documents audit issues and recommendations using independent judgment concerning areas being reviewed.
• Communicates the results of the audit to relevant stakeholders through accurate reports.
• Monitor the implementation of recommended corrective measures by management.
• Provide support in identifying and evaluating the SABC’s risk areas and provides input to the development of the annual audit plan.
• Ensure the protection and confidentiality of information gathered.
• Manage, plan and conduct audits in compliance with the Internal audit standards and departmental procedures to determine the adequacy and efficiency of the control environment.
• Review and provide independent assurance on operational governance risk, controls  and compliance matters.
• Provide input on the development of Group Internal Audit policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s). 
• Implement action plans to manage internal risks identified to mitigate gaps within the Internal Audit Department.
• Effective implementation of Performance Management System in accordance with organizational policy and procedures.
• Individual coaching and mentoring conducted on an ongoing basis to meet performance needs.
• Communicates with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develops and maintains productive client and staff relationships through individual contacts and group meetings;
• Handling of enquiries and complaints.
• Provide inputs to all internal audit related activities.
• Compile and present audit reports to the stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B Com (Internal Auditing) or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7.
• Postgraduate qualification in Internal Auditing or equivalent qualification will be an added advantage
• Certified Internal Auditor or at least passed one or more parts of the CIA exam will be an added advantage
• Being a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors in good standing will be an added advantage

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of 2 years of experience conducting Internal Audits

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the auditing process i.e. audit engagement, development risk and control matrices (audit programmes execution, reporting, follow – up action).
• Knowledge of business process analysis to identify inefficiencies (e.g. structure, workflow analysis, business risks, management control strategies and bottleneck management)
• Knowledge of the Global Internal Audit standards and its Quality Assurance processes and requirements.
• Knowledge of risk – based planning methodology used by internal auditing.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge in applying control frameworks such as COSO and COBIT will be an added advantage.
• Strategic thinking and ability to improvise and innovate.