We are looking to recruit a Finance Audit Manager to work within the Group Internal Audit department of Clicks Group Services. The role will be based at Clicks Head Office in Cape Town and will report to the Head of Internal Audit.JOB PURPOSE:Managing the finance audit function, whose purpose it is to independently evaluate and report on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal controls in distribution centres (DC's), stores and head office functions. This includes an assessment of the controls over the reliability and integrity of financial and operational information, effectiveness and efficiency of operations, safeguarding of assets and compliance with laws, regulations, and contracts. The role also provides support to the head of internal audit with Audit and Risk Committee, and JSE reporting requirements.JOB OBJECTIVES:Lead the finance audit function within internal audit to achieve the following objectives:Deliver the complete finance audit plan (retail and distribution) in line with the methodology with quality reporting, practical, cost effective, innovative and sustainable recommendations and root cause analysis in a timely manner.Optimize and improve the efficiency of the finance audit team and quality of deliverables.Ensure methodical documentation of risk and control matrices, testing results, conclusions and recommendations.Ensure follow up on findings and corrective actions.Coordinate and assist with the preparation of Audit Committee deliverables.Continued combined assurance approach to ensure maximum reliance by external audit on the work of internal audit.Provide technical assistance with investigations, special audits, and provide subject-matter expertise as needed.Successful working relationship with the key stakeholders, while providing quality independent audit assurance on the risks that matter. Proactively inform senior management of significant risks or exposures related to internal controls, compliance, and/or governance requiring prompt attention.Remain current on audit and applicable regulatory oversight trends and develop a risk-based approach incorporated into the annual audit plan.Provide support to head of internal audit in terms of coordinating risk management activities and the preparation of the bi-annual risk reports.Coach and up-skill junior team members.EDUCATION:IT Risk and audit certification (e.g. CISA) (Desirable).JOB-RELATED KNOWLEDGE:Advanced knowledge of audit principles and theory, including the new Global Internal Audit standards.Knowledge of Internal Financial reporting standards (IFRS), statutory accounting principles.Knowledge of King IV and governance principles.Understanding of IT risk and controls, general controls and their impact on business risk and controls (Desirable).Utilising data analytics to increase testing coverage and insight (Desirable).Proficient in TeamMate and PowerBi.JOB-RELATED SKILLS:Ability to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines.Results-oriented with strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.Awareness of internal assurance best practice.Ability to plan and organize with high attention to detail.Professionalism, empathy, influencing, and interpersonal skills, combined with clear written / verbal communications.Ability to lead and inspire a team to deliver on goals and objectives.Proficiency in the MS Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills (including Pivot Tables, Vlookup etc.).Adaptability, resilient and flexibility to respond to unfamiliar tasks and changing needs, priorities, direction and timing. Willingness to accept new approaches, changes and develop options to overcome problems, obstacles.Stay current with changing knowledge and skill requirements.Coaching and development of team members.Ability to prioritise and manage both themselves and the team in a high-pressure environment.Focused on team success.Travel is required monthly for a few days at a time.JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE:A demonstrable track record with a minimum of 8 - 10 years of success in a professional audit capacity, 5 of which within internal assurance within a medium/ large size entity. Big 4 or Top 10 experience in external and/or internal audit is required.Considerable, demonstrable experience auditing complex environments for compliance with policies, procedures, applicable regulations, and best practices.Experience across a broad range of audit areas including operational and financial assurance.Ability to effectively lead a team providing coaching and mentoring; and co-ordinate learning activities of the team such that the finance audit team's skills and capabilities keep pace with the changing business challenges.Experience in continuous trend analyses / interpretation of data to identify out-of-line trends and to detect potential risk.Demonstrable experience in establishing and maintain working relationships with peers, senior leadership and all levels of the organization, with a positive and professional image, risks and opportunities.Experience in IT audit and project assurance (Desirable).JOB-RELATED COMPETENCIES:Deciding and Initiating ActionLeading and SupervisingAdhering to Principle and ValuesPersuading and InfluencingPresenting and Communicating InformationApplying Expertise and TechnologyDelivering Results & Meeting Customer ExpectationsEntrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
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