Stellenbosch: Compliance and Audit Administrator

An exciting opportunity exists for a detail-oriented and motivated Compliance & Audit Administrator to join a growing business in the payments and fintech sector. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured environment, values accuracy, and enjoys working with compliance frameworks and regulatory processes. The purpose of the role is to support the organisation’s commitment to compliance, risk management, and ethical operations. You will play a key part in ensuring audit readiness, maintaining accurate registers, and supporting legal, risk, and company secretarial functions. Key Responsibilities Conduct daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance checks. Verify KYC and FICA documentation, validate bank details, and support safe customer onboarding. Review and approve agent registration and re-certification files. Draft Compliance Audit Reports and oversee remediation of findings. Draft and manage compliance and legal template letters. Maintain compliance registers, trackers, and audit logs. Collect, review, and organise vendor documentation and compliance packs. Support company secretarial processes, including preparation and filing of statutory documents. Maintain statutory records and governance-related documentation. Coordinate compliance documentation for meetings and regulatory filings. Requirements Diploma or Degree in Compliance, Risk Management, Finance, or Legal Studies. Minimum 2 years’ experience in AML, KYC, or fintech-related compliance. Knowledge of compliance, legal, and regulatory frameworks (KYC, FICA, onboarding). Strong administrative skills and high attention to detail. Ability to draft reports, documents, and templates accurately. Familiarity with maintaining registers and records for compliance purposes. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) and document management systems. High levels of discretion, accountability, and confidentiality. Skills & Competencies Excellent verbal and written communication. Strong organisational and time-management skills. Ability to work independently and deliver under pressure. Analytical thinking with problem-solving abilities. Proactive mindset, committed to process improvement. Growth mindset with adaptability and continuous learning. Collaborative team player able to work across multiple functions.