Senior Internal Audit

? A relevant 3-year qualification with preference in auditing or internal audit as a major and registered with a recognised profession; ? Computer literacy: MS Office ? 5 - 8 years’ relevant experience required which includes 2 years of supervisory experience. ? Valid Driver License ? Good Audit report writing skills ? Computer skills (MS Office applications; MS Word, Excel & Powe Point). Barn Owl will be highly advantageous ? Proficiency in at least 2 of the 3 official languages of the Western Cape (read, write and speak) ? Knowledge of Global Internal Audit Standards ? Knowledge of Governance, Risk Management and Control Frameworks (eg KING and COSO) ? Good communication and interpersonal skills ? Analytical skills ? High level of responsibility ? Ability to give attention to detail ? Ability to work under pressure ? Willingness to work after normal working hours and during emergencies ? In depth knowledge of local government is essential ? Completed Auditing articles will be highly advantageous ? Self-starter and ability to work independently ? Must have experience in supervision of subordinates ? Must maintain confidentiality ? Ability to handle conflict ? Mentally fit and healthy.

? Perform auditing functions and administrative functions as directed by Chief Audit Executive ? Keep audit file up-to-date and ensure audit engagements and related documentation is adequately filed ? The incumbent will be responsible for leading and planning the audit engagements in accordance with the internal audit methodology and Global Internal Audit Standards ? Set up an audit file in terms of the Internal Audit Methodology and relevant internal audit software in compliance with the audit plan ? Identify key controls and gaps resulting from the control objective relating to the specific risk ? Provide input into the developing of the audit program ? Conduct audit engagement procedures in terms of the approved engagement program and adequately document engagement results. ? Continuously be aware of potential fraud and other irregularities and ensure that such risks are covered during the audit engagement in accordance with the approved engagement program ? Ensure that audit findings that are submitted to supervisor is accurate, complete and assess the impact to the overall governance, control and risk management environment ? Obtain and record sufficient, reliable, relevant and useful information is to support the conclusions and audit results in compliance with quality of the Global Internal Audit standards ? Documenting quality working papers indicating the test objectives, audit techniques, results and the conclusion ? Draft audit findings and adequately identify the root causes effect and recommendations in terms of the IA Methodology ? Conduct and participate in engagement meetings with senior management ? Respond to queries/questions through the collection of information and present and elaborate on findings to substantiate outcomes ? Discuss and collaborate with Senior Management and Unit Managers the acceptance of draft findings and agreement of corrective action (and/or required corrective programs) ? Compile and submit the draft report to superior ? Ensure that the audit executions are performed within the agreed deadlines and reflects on activities completed ? Conduct follow up reviews, monitoring compliance tools and conduct investigations when required ? Keep abreast of developments, legislative requirements, emerging trends and latest technologies in the profession.

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