Motlanalo Incorporated, a leading Black women-owned audit and professional services firm, is seeking a dedicated and driven Internal Audit Assistant Manager to join our dynamic and growing team at our Polokwane office. At Motlanalo, we value strong work ethics, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
As an Internal Audit Assistant Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing and managing Internal Audit engagements, ensuring that each project runs efficiently and meets profitability targets from inception to completion. You will be responsible for coordinating and collaborating with all relevant stakeholders, ensuring adherence to the Firm's policies, procedures, and best practices at every stage of the audit process.
We offer an environment where growth, learning, and teamwork are at the forefront, and your expertise will be integral to supporting our continued success.
By upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism, Motlanalo contributes to building trust in South Africa’s financial systems—an essential foundation for sustainable economic growth. This role will be at the heart of these efforts, ensuring that our clients adhere to best practices in governance, risk management, and internal controls. You will not only support organisations in identifying inefficiencies and areas for improvement but also drive compliance with regulatory frameworks that safeguard economic stability.
By working alongside a team that values excellence and technical strength, you will help our clients optimise their operations and reduce risks, contributing directly to Motlanalo’s vision to transform the audit landscape of South Africa and beyond.
Minimum requirements:
- Tertiary 4-year qualification in Internal Audit, progress towards CIA / CISA/ CRMA/ CFE and/or other professional accreditations will be an added advantage.
- Honours in Internal Audit / Certified Internal Audit or qualification would be an added advantage.
- Minimum 5 to 6 years of working experience in Internal Audit, at least 2 years of which should be at Senior Internal Audit or Assistant Manager level.
- Advanced communication (Verbal and Written / Negotiation).
- Advanced relationship management.
- Experience in business development.
- Leadership skills.
- Personal development.
Responsibilities:
- Manage Internal audits end to end (able to perform and review).
- Coach and develop Internal Auditors and Senior Internal Auditors.
- Develop risk and control matrix for area of audit.
- Design and execute Internal Audit programme.
- Co-ordinate Internal Audits including supervision of Internal Audit staff members.
- Keeping track of Internal Audits performed and make changes as necessary to the direction of the audit.
- Leadership and delivery on assigned projects.
- Prepare Internal Audit reports or memos.
- Build effective relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
- Actively participate in continuous knowledge development regarding rules, regulations, best practice, tools, techniques, and performance standards.
- Compliance with other regulatory requirements.
- Due diligence on systems and controls.
- Performance audits and auditing of performance information.
- Quality assessment reviews.
- Enterprise risk management and governance reviews.
- Ensure that all the project activities comply with the firm’s policies and procedures.
- Client billing and budget monitoring.
- Using data analytics in performing Internal Audit and related services reviews.
- Assist with training and workshop facilitation.
- Building strong relationships with clients.
Business and Financial:
- Identifying and pursuing new clients (with the guidance and assistance of the Senior Manager: Internal Audit).
- Contribute to business development.
- Manage a portfolio of clients.
- Manage compliance towards Firm policies and processes within area of responsibility.
Skills and attributes for success:
- Live the Motlanalo values of RUTA (Respect, Understanding, Trust, and Accountability) and brand identity of being Disciplined, Dependable, and Determined.
- Effectively manage the Internal Audit process with appropriate consideration of risk issues and other technical matters.
- Lead and manage fieldwork on clients’ sites including liaising with other Motlanalo departments and teams to ensure the smooth delivery of the Internal Audit process.
- Demonstrate expertise in internal control, risk management, and governance process in both private and public sector audits.
- Identify areas requiring improvement in clients’ business processes and possible recommendations.
To apply, please submit your CV, matric results, university transcripts and certificates to
Closing date: 10 November 2024
All appointments will be made in line with Motlanalo’s Employment Equity Plan.
APPLICANTS NOT CONTACTED WITHIN 30 DAYS MAY CONSIDER THEIR APPLICATION UNSUCCESSFUL.
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 2024/11/01
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