South Africa: Senior Internal Auditor posted by GMI Advisory

March 19, 2026 Jobs in South Africa

Job Description

About the Role

GMI Advisory is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Internal Auditor to join our team. As a key member of our internal audit department, you will be responsible for evaluating the system of internal controls, assessing the effectiveness of risk management, and providing management with reasonable assurance thereof. You will also provide quality internal audit, risk assessment, and advisory services to business units.

Key Responsibilities

Execute Internal Audit Assignments
Perform and evaluate control adequacy and effectiveness reviews of business processes.
Perform ad hoc assignments (management requests/project assurance, etc.).
Prepare project planning documentation.
Prepare audit programs for execution, including continuous audits.
Prepare audit working papers.
Perform follow-up audits and monitoring of outstanding audit findings.
Align audit assignments and scope with external auditors to optimize audit coverage and prevent duplication.

Prepare Internal Audit Reports
Document and report control deficiencies/audit findings and recommendations and discuss these with the internal audit manager and divisional/senior management.
Prepare draft audit reports for discussion with appropriate levels of management.

Prepare Internal Audit Plan
Assist with preparing annual internal audit plan and 3-year rolling internal audit strategy, for approval by the audit committee.

Requirements

Education: A completed degree in Internal Audit or other assurance qualification. Preferred: Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation (or studying towards CIA).

Salary & Benefits

Not mentioned

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