Audit Specialist: Group Internal Audit (Johannesburg)Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZAWho 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, with listings on the Johannesburg, A2X and Namibian stock exchanges. In 2018 the Group celebrated its centenary as well as 20 years since demutualisation and listing in South Africa and Namibia. Sanlam is one of the largest internationally active insurance groups in the world with a presence in 31 countries and has the biggest non-banking financial services footprint on the African continent.The Group's five business clusters (Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz and Santam) house the Group's business operations. The Group Office provides strategic direction and support to the five clusters, assisting them in realising their strategies and meeting their business objectives. The Group Office is responsible for governance and for the Group's centralised functions, which include: Finance, Actuarial and Risk Management, Strategy, Human Resources, Market Development and Sustainability.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. May supervise junior Internal Auditors. Manages audit relationships with line management in regard to audit performance and determination of remedial action.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 assurance (including selected file and audit programme review)Provides 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 CERsAssist with preliminary file review of 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, issuing and discussing management lettersPrepare the Finance and Risk Forum reports for review by the Audit Manager for selected clientsAttend 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 advantageDetailed knowledge of appropriate Financial ServicesUnderstand the role of control modelsUnderstand the concept of risk-based audit planning and executionUnderstand all IIA Standards and specifically as it relates to audit assignment executionBasic understanding of samplingUnderstanding of the appropriate Corporate Governance Codes and its recommendations as it specifically relates to internal audit and risk managementUnderstand 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 management in regard to audit performance and determination of remedial actionLeading 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 of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.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 time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.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 as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
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