Job Description: Conduct internal audits of moderate complexity to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and ensure compliance with policies and regulations. Responsibilities Obtain a good understanding of the control environment being audited (including information technology, internal financial control, and risk management aspects) and interdependencies linked to these. Plan audit assignments based on key process and business risks identified and design the audit program in line with risks and key controls identified to be tested. Execute audit assignments within the agreed budget and timelines. Incorporate data analytics (DA) to enhance comprehensive auditing and create efficiencies in audit fieldwork. Execute audit field work in compliance with quality standards by following and completing prepared work programs. Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management practices and internal controls. Provide clear and sufficient audit evidence to support recommendations and audit opinion. Communicate effectively with the audit team, audit management, and key client stakeholders. Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships and a wide relationship network across business units and within Internal Audit. Identify opportunities to improve internal controls, including application controls and internal financial controls. Identify and clearly articulate the root cause of issues identified, their impact, and recommend changes to business processes that will address the control weaknesses. Negotiate with management as appropriate to ensure key findings and follow‑up actions are agreed upon. Prepare a quality and balanced audit report to specified standards, encapsulating control weaknesses identified and results of audit work performed, with minimal editorial changes. Keep abreast of emerging industry standards, best practices, industry challenges, upcoming legislation, operational requirements and technology changes related to the internal audit environment. Desired Qualifications Qualified CA(SA)/CIA or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification. Information Technology / Information Systems degree preferred. At least 3 years’ experience in internal or external audit. Articles and professional certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC) are advantageous. Experience with data analytics is advantageous. Experience in banking or financial services industries is an advantage. Key Attributes Curious & courageous – driven by always wanting to know more and step forward. Obsessed with mastery – continuously pushing to become better at what you do. General understanding of different risk types. Benefits Challenging work in a complex and exciting environment. Opportunities to innovate and create efficiencies. All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties. #J-18808-Ljbffr