Junior Internal Auditor

Company: SBV South Africa
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Location: Houghton
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Description

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Assist in the compilation of the planning of internal audit assignments

  • Assist the internal auditor in preparing the planning memo per the internal audit methodology.
  • Contribute to the planning through sourcing risk relating information pertaining to the scope of the audit
  • Assist in the completion of ad-hoc internal audit assignments following the internal audit methodology.

Assists with the execution and completion of internal audit fieldwork and reporting

  • Assists in the execution of audits in accordance with the IIA Standards and within agreed upon timeframes.
  • Prepare working papers and perform testing according to the audit program under the guidance of the Internal Auditor.
  • Clear review notes raised pertaining to working papers in line with internal audit methodology.
  • Identify and document threats, noncompliance with statutory and company policies and evaluates controls and reports.
  • Build relationships with relevant business partners to obtain the necessary information pertinent to the audit.
  • Confirms compliance with internal and external regulations as well as legislation.
  • Performs a follow up assessment with relevant stakeholders on findings raised in internal audit reports in line with internal audit methodology.

Timeous and Accurate Reporting

  • Submit internal audit findings to Internal Auditor for compilation of the draft internal audit report.
  • Contributes to the discussion of findings during exit meetings held with relevant stakeholders covering the areas tested.

Governance

  • Subscribe and align to SBV Services’ ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Standards, ensuring the department’s processes and quality management system is at all times in compliance with the standard.
  • Support SBVs ESG journey, reporting on and managing the ESG requirements to ensure a positive reflection and outcome.

Lead as an Ambassador and executor of Change.

  • Act as a change management architect in periods of change to ensure business continuity.
  • Manage the integration of business units into a seamless end to end solution for customers.
  • Effectively communicate and embed new processes and procedures as they occur, addressing or escalating matters/ concerns to the SME’s (subject matter experts) when required.
  • Facilitate the necessary presentations, workshops, or forums to ensure consistent and accurate communication is given across one’s portfolio.

Additional Requirements

  • Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel when required.
  • Willingness to work extended hours during peak audit periods.
  • High level of confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.
  • Membership with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) (advantageous).
  • Commitment to continuous professional development.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements: Work Experience

  • No prior experience required if candidate has completed an internal audit related tertiary qualification.

Minimum Requirements: Education

  • BCom Financial Sciences/ Internal Audit or accepted internal audit qualification. xwzovoh
  • Interest in pursuing professional certification such as the CIA/ CISA accreditation.

Behavioural Competencies Required

  • Basic understanding of risk management, governance, and internal controls
  • Exposure to audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting processes
  • Ability to perform walkthroughs, test controls, and document audit working papers
  • Basic understanding of financial and operational processes
  • Competent in MS Excel and MS Office
  • Basic data analysis
  • Ability to identify control gaps and elevate issues appropriately
  • Good attention to detail and logical thinking skills
  • Ability to follow audit programs and methodologies
  • Developing written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrates professional scepticism and ethical conduct
  • Ability to work both independently (with guidance) and within a team
  • Good time‑management and organisational skills Willingness to learn and accept feedback
  • Ability to interact professionally with auditees and supervisors

Work Level: Junior

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: Market Related

EE Position: Yes

Location: Houghton

Posted: April 14th, 2026