Professional Practice Advisor
Hello future Professional Practice Advisor
FirstRand believes that its people are its single most important resource and will not operate in a sector unless it has people who are right for that market and who share FirstRand’s business values. We recruit self-starters who have a passion for what they do. We empower them, hold them accountable and reward them appropriately. We value diversity in our people, particularly for the way that this contributes to innovative thinking. If you think you will flourish in our environment, and you believe you have the necessary skills and competencies for the position advertised, then we are looking for you!
Are you someone who can:
- Keep abreast of emerging industry standards, best practices, industry challenges, upcoming legislation, operational requirements and technology changes related to the internal audit profession.
- Execute on the file review plan through the performance of a detailed quality review of individual internal audit files.
- Identify and clearly articulate thematic root causes where audit methodology non-conformance is identified and the impact thereof and recommend changes to audit processes that will address the gaps.
- Identify and recommend best practice solutions and opportunities for innovation in the internal audit processes.
- Contextualise quality assurance findings and recommendations in relation to wider methodology impact.
- Prepare file review reports containing outcomes of the file review, ensuring that report writing quality standards and requirements are met.
- Review internal audit reports, including audit governance committee and ad-hoc reports in accordance to expected quality standards and requirements.
- Participate in ad-hoc projects and deliverables related to QAIP requirements.
- Manage queries from the internal audit teams through providing professional guidance and advice relating to the GIA methodology and IIA global standards.
- Act as a team player who actively supports others with a positive attitude.
- Assist the Professional Practices Manager with other operational and reporting activities as required.
- Coordinate the quarterly GIA induction.
- Identify opportunities for innovation in the audit methodology and develop practical solutions to implement innovative practices.
- Assist in preparation of high-quality submissions to the relevant governance committees.
- Provide professional advice and guidance on internal audit methodology and other relevant topics, to internal audit teams as required.
You will be an ideal candidate if you:
- B.Com degree / Honours in Accounting, Finance, Audit or related field.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Internal Audit.
- CIA, or progress towards certification as CCSA, CFSA and/or CISA.
- Completed Articles (External Audit).
- Excellent communication (written & verbal) skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
You will have access to:
- Challenging work in a complex and exciting environment.
- Opportunities to innovate and create efficiencies.
We can be a match if you are:
- Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more.
- Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do.
- Have a general understanding of different risk types.
Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!
Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.
Closing Date: 01/11/24
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.
About Us
The FirstRand Corporate Centre (FCC) houses many of the critical functions required by a large and complex financial services group. FCC’s stakeholders are both external, such as regulators, shareholders, global developmental institutions and government; and internal, mainly the businesses that service the group’s customers. These critical functions cover risk, compliance, governance, internal audit, treasury, finance and tax amongst many others.
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