Closing Date
2024/10/21
Reference Number
WCG240911-6
Tracking Number
DOTP 43/2024
Job Title
Assistant Director: Internal Audit, Ref No, DOTP 43/2024
Department
Department of the Premier
Salary level
9
Enquiries
Mr M Williams at (021) 483 3724
Job Type
Permanent
Location - Country
South Africa
Location - Province
Western Cape
Location - Town / City
Cape Town - CBD
Job Purpose
The Department of the Premier, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to conduct and supervise internal audits at engagement level in compliance with the approved internal audit methodology, evaluating the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of governance, risk management and control. This post is based in Cape Town, CBD.
Minimum Requirements
A 3-year B-Degree (equivalent or higher qualification) majoring in Accounting and Auditing; A minimum of 3 years experience in Internal or External Audit or similar environment.
Recommendation
Studying towards or having professional certification.
Key Performance Areas
Perform engagement planning to acquire an understanding of the audit area and to determine the audit focus; Document comprehensive and accurate systems description using relevant tools to gain a better understanding of the process and perform walk-through to confirm the process is implemented as documented; Develop adequately motivated engagement objectives, based on the correct analysis of the control objectives, cognisant of the risk demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of how risks ought to be mitigated; Compile an Audit Planning Memorandum extracting information from the relevant steps of the engagement planning phase; Capture the risks, engagement objectives and key controls ensuring logical flow of the Engagement Work Programme (EWP) and assist with the control adequacy assessment and evaluation; Execute all audit procedures as per the engagement program ensuring that audit working papers are complete and accurate accompanied by useful, relevant, sufficient, and reliable evidence delivered and coaching noted are signed off; Draft audit findings ensuring the elements of audit findings are appropriately aligned and distribute draft report to management.
Competencies
Knowledge and understanding of the following: International Standards and Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (Standards); The flow of the audit process and its link to strategic planning; Monitoring processes in place to deliver qualitative results on the plan.
Skills needed: Information Gathering; Client Focus; Analytical Thinking; Communication (written and verbal); Computer literacy. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Remuneration
R 444 036 per annum (Salary level 9).
Note on remuneration: Service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.
Notes
Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.
By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.
Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16.00. Contact the helpline at 086 137 0214. For all other queries relating to the position.
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