Internal AuditorBusiness Unit: Discovery Central Services
Function: Internal Audit
Date: 28 Aug 2024
Discovery Group Internal AuditInternal Auditor - Health
About Discovery
Discovery's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.
About Group Internal Audit
Group Internal Audit forms part of Group Finance. Group Internal Audit is responsible for performing internal audit services throughout Discovery.
Key Purpose The successful candidate will be responsible for completing audits inside Discovery and providing feedback on the outcome. The successful candidate must have a drive, sense of urgency and work flexibility.
Areas of Responsibility Proficiency in the IIA International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), Code of Ethics and StandardsPerform audits in line with Audit Methodology and Audit Software requirementsAssist Senior Internal Auditor in preparation of engagement letterDocument systems description for the scope areas identified within the engagement letterObtain approval from business for documented system descriptionsReview the system established to ensure compliance with policies, plans, procedures, laws, regulations, and contractsCompletion of the Audit Checklists and overall maintenance of the Pentana Audit FileDocument risks and controls for the scope areas identified within the engagement letterObtain approval from business for documented risks and controlsPrepare test procedures for adequate controlsPerform fieldwork testingDraft working papers in line with GIA methodologyProvide feedback to Senior Auditor / Audit Management regarding progress on activitiesAdvise Senior Auditor / Audit Management immediately of any problems experienced on audit sectionsEscalate cases where feedback is not receivedProduce finalized working papers and evidence for all components of workConfirm errors/control weaknesses identified with business prior to drafting observationsDraft observations for confirmed errors/weaknesses and rate observationsFormat first draft of report prior to review by the Senior Internal Auditor / Audit ManagementAgree sample sizes with Senior Auditor / Audit ManagementAssist Senior Internal Auditor in ensuring that management comments and agreed actions are appropriateUpdate Audit Software with all required information and sign off working papersClear Audit Management / Senior Internal Auditor review / coaching notesCompletion of mini appraisals for each audit performed within 2 weeks of final audit report being issuedTimely capturing of billable time, proactively managing output and productivity of 90%Share business-related knowledge with teamImplement training and learnings within audit workSkills and Personal Attributes Upholds ethics and values and demonstrates integrityTakes initiative and works under own directionShows respect for the views and contributions of othersStrong negotiating and influencing skillsExcellent communication skillsDemonstrates an understanding of different organizational departments and functionsEducation and Experience National Diploma Internal Audit / B Degree or equivalent qualification (with Accountancy and/or Auditing as majors)Studying towards or in possession of the relevant B Comm DegreeStudying towards CIA, CCSA or CFSAGraduate to 2 years of experienceProficiency in the IIA International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), Code of Ethics and StandardsSets high standards for quality and quantityAdapts to changing circumstancesHandles criticism constructivelyMicrosoft proficientAbility to draft reportsAnalyze statisticsEMPLOYMENT EQUITY
The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.
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