Gauteng: IT Auditor: Group Internal Audit posted by Salix Recruitment

Our client is a well-established organization in the financial services and insurance sector, recognized for delivering innovative solutions and maintaining high standards of service. The company prides itself on a collaborative culture, offering employees exposure to a dynamic environment where they can develop professionally and contribute to strategic initiatives. With a strong presence in the market, the organization continues to grow and adapt to the evolving financial landscape.

They are looking for a skilled Senior Accountant to join the team. This role provides an exciting chance to take ownership of financial reporting, audits, and strategic financial decision-making. The successful candidate will work closely with management, contribute to the financial planning and analysis function, and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Take the next step in your accounting career and join a dynamic team where your skills and expertise will make a real impact.

Submit your application today to be considered for this exciting opportunity *****@*****.co.za

Duties:

• Lead audit engagements independently in both specialist technical and general controls areas, taking full responsibility for planning, execution, reporting, and client relationship management.
• Supervise and mentor audit teams, ensuring engagement completion within schedules, reviewing deliverables, and providing staff performance feedback per assignment.
• Conduct control effectiveness reviews (CERs) for key IT processes, confirming the operation of internal controls and obtaining necessary audit evidence with support from Audit Specialists.
• Document and report audit findings, including preparation of workpapers, electronic audit files, draft observations, and reports for management review.
• Perform technical security reviews of critical server and database technologies, interpret audit evidence, complete audit programs, and identify issues requiring further investigation or management discussion.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• National Diploma in Internal Audit or Financial Information Systems, or a BCom in Information Systems, or a National Diploma in Information Technology.

Experience:

• 3-7 years’ experience in IT audit, internal audit, or a related financial/technology environment.
• Hands-on experience in planning and executing audits, including technical, general controls, and IT process reviews.
• Proven track record supervising junior auditors or team members and managing audit deliverables.
• Experience performing control effectiveness assessments and validating internal controls across IT systems.
• Exposure to technical security reviews of servers, databases, and critical business applications.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong communicator, able to convey ideas clearly and work effectively with others.
• Makes sound decisions independently, demonstrating good judgment and accountability.
• Applies business insight to understand the wider organizational impact of decisions.
• Plans and organizes work efficiently, aligning tasks with team and organizational goals.
• Innovative thinker, actively seeking opportunities to improve processes and solutions.
• Focused on delivering results while maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy.
• Collaborative and resilient, able to work well under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.

 
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