Audit Specialist: Group Internal Audit (Cape Town)Location: Bellville, Western Cape, ZA
Who are we? Sanlam was established as a life insurance company in South Africa but has since transformed into a diversified financial services group that operates across the African continent, India, Malaysia and selected developed markets. Sanlam is one of the largest internationally active insurance groups in the world with a presence in 31 countries.
Under general direction, independently performs audits following the audit plan with responsibility for audit missions planning, performance, documentation and elements of reporting. Position may provide functional advice or training to less experienced audit positions. Ensures that audits are conducted in accordance with professional and laid down standards.
What will make you successful in this role?Client relationship management (including reporting to middle management)Performance of complex control adequacy and control effectiveness reviews end-to-end (CARs & CERs) including drafting of test plans and sample criteriaSupervisory rolePlan and oversee the execution of CARs & CERsAssist with performing "on-the-job" quality assuranceProvides input into the annual audit plan of the businessTransfer of knowledge to auditors and senior auditorsAssist management teamProvide input to performance evaluations and staff development of auditors and senior auditorsProvide input to strategy executionExternal audit relationship managementAssist with file review of CERs and CARsAssist with staff scheduling and monitoring thereofAssist with the annual planning for selected clientsProvides input into the scoring of the internal control environmentReportingRating of audit observations and obtain management commentsDrafting and issuing management lettersPrepare the Finance and Risk Forum reports for review by the Audit ManagerAttend Finance and Risk Forums for selected clientsQualification and ExperienceQualification: A completed B. Com degree in Accounting / Financial Accounting / Management Accounting or equivalent degree or Diploma in Internal AuditingChartered Accountant (CA)Experience: Chartered Accountant (CA) with SAICA articlesMinimum of 7 years audit experience of which at least 2 – 3 years of Financial Services auditing would be an advantage.Detailed knowledge of appropriate Financial ServicesUnderstand the role of control modelsUnderstand the concept of risk-based audit planning and executionUnderstand all IIA StandardsBasic understanding of samplingUnderstanding of the appropriate Corporate Governance CodesUnderstand the objectives and basic process flow of major business processesAbility to effectively use the basic functionality of the technology commonly usedDetailed knowledge on how to perform a CAR and how to draft an audit test planUnderstanding of staff management practicesOther: Prepared to travelValid driver's licenseKnowledge and SkillsConducts Internal AuditsReportingCoaching and mentoring of junior auditorsManages audit relationships with line managementLeading of employeesPersonal AttributesPlans and aligns - Contributing through othersDecision quality - Contributing through othersBusiness insight - Contributing through othersManages complexity - Contributing through othersBuild a successful career with usWe're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and achieving great things.
Core CompetenciesCultivates innovation - Contributing through othersCustomer focus - Contributing through othersDrives results - Contributing through othersCollaborates - Contributing through othersBeing resilient - Contributing through othersTurnaround timeThe shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The closing date for applications is 10 December 2024.
Our commitment to transformationThe Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace.
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