Senior Specialist: Internal Audit

About

Permanent Senior Specialist: Internal Audit role in the Office of the City Manager, Group Risk and Assurance Services. The role directs, plans, organises, supervises and reports on assurance-service audit projects to achieve business objectives and ensure conformance with internal-audit standards. Applicants need a BCom or equivalent NQF 7 qualification in Accounting or a related field, progress toward CIA certification, and 6–8 years' relevant audit or accounting experience including at least 3 years in a managerial performance-auditing role. Salary: R58 324.06 pm (basic salary excluding benefits) Terms of service: Permanent position Reference: Vacancy Circular 094/2026 Duty station: SAPPI Building, 48 Ameshoff Street, Braamfontein

How to apply

Only online applications will be considered. Apply using https://share.hsforms.com/1fVUDP_1DS4KEC8vOJ-0uOQ469tl and complete the online job application form. Attach all relevant and updated documents: certified qualification/s/certificates, ID, and CV. Applications submitted via email will not be accepted or considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of the section's coverage plans, budgets and timing.
• Plan, organise and control activities of the relevant section.
• Direct and control audit activities economically, efficiently and effectively.
• Supervise and coordinate staffing issues.
• Close client interaction.
• Residual or unspecified duties.

Qualifications

• BCom degree or equivalent / NQF level 7 in Accounting or related field;
• Progress towards the attainment of Certified Internal Auditor (CIA);
• Preferred – Certified Internal Auditor (CIA);
• 6 - 8 years of experience or CIA in the Audit or Accounting field, of which at least 3 years must be in a managerial position in a performance auditing profession;
• Experience in Human Resource, Finance and project management; Information Systems Management; Internal Control; Networks and Internet; Standard for Professional Practice of Internal auditing;
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Demonstrated effectiveness in planning, managing and conducting complex performance audits and evaluating government programs and activities in accordance with Government auditing standards for at least 4 years;
• Outstanding analytical, writing and presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work professionally and effectively with co-workers, audit clients, elected officials and other decision-makers
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise others, including goal setting, mentoring and conflict resolution, and continuously improving team performance;
• Sophisticated understanding of governance, policy, budget management and operations of local government programs
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills
• Sound judgement
• Enthusiasm and Integrity