Auditor in Charge - Westonaria Verfied

Salary Negotiable Westonaria, Gauteng Westonaria, Gauteng more than 14 days ago 17-01-2020 7:25:27 AM
03-02-2020 7:43:43 AM
Our client, a leading international Mining Group is looking for an experienced and qualified Auditor in Charge at their Internal Audit Department at their corporate office in Libanon near Westonaria.

Summary:
The role of an Auditor in Charge is to conduct internal audits for the Group or at various operations from cradle to grave, Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and management.

The appointee should:

Be in possession of a degree in Accounting /Accounting Sciences (NQF 8) or equivalent and relevant experience in internal and external auditing
Have completed CA(SA) qualification
Have 3-4 years articles plus one year post articles
Possess an understanding of Mines Health and Safety Legislation, SOX legislation, PCOAB standards, IFRS, IIA PPF, IIA Standards, IIA Code of Ethics and other relevant legislation that impacts the company or the internal audit profession
Proficient in applying and interpreting accounting standards (US GAAP and IFRS)
Be proficient in the application of Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) Section 404 & 302 requirements and internal control concepts
Proficient in determining audit procedures to draw conclusions on control adequacy and effectiveness
Proficient in applying accounting standards (US GAAP and IFRS)
Proficiency in interpreting technical accounting matters
Proficient in applying the institute of internal audit standards
Ability to apply governance frameworks in the corporate environment
Proficient in applying the institute of internal audit standards
Ability to perform data analytics
Ability to understand business plans and strategy
Must be analytically competent
Proficient in risk analysis and control
Proficient in determining solutions to mitigate risk
Be able to travel (locally and internationally) when necessary
Have the ability to work under pressure and take initiative
Be able to prioritise tasks effectively and effectively manage their time to complete tasks within the deadline
Exhibit a meticulous and well-organised work method
Demonstrate well-developed written (including reports) and verbal communication skills
Have sound diplomacy, discretion and interpersonal skills
Be energetic and self-motivated, with an enquiring mind
Have advance analytical abilities and pay attention to detail
Have indisputable integrity and the ability to maintain confidentiality
Must possess the ability to supervise and lead teams successfully
Must be able to work without supervision
Must be energetic and passionate about Internal Audit
Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk based medical examination at the relevant Sibanye Stillwater Occupational Health Centre

Advantageous requirements:

Exposure to forensic audits will be advantageous
Have knowledge or have worked on Team Mate
Exposure to automation in practice
Membership of the IIA
Possessing a CISA or CFE in addition to one of the above qualifications is advantageous
Have previous experience working in a SOX environment
IT audit experience
Have previously worked in a mining environment

Key responsibilities include:

Conduct internal audits for the Group or at various operations from cradle to grave
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders and management
Ability to create professional relationships that do not impair independence
Facilitate solutions for the business for risk mitigation
Ability to communicate verbally
Act with integrity and exercise good judgement
Maintain independence from management
Demonstrate objectivity and a high level of ethics
Demonstrate proficiency in internal auditing
Advanced internal auditing capabilities
Application of risk based auditing techniques
Application of internal audit principles and best practices
Scope and planning internal audit engagements
Draw up and execute audit programs efficiently and effectively
Link risk and controls to legislation, policies, procedures and other relevant documentation
Draw up audit programs for SOX effectiveness testing
Testing of technical accounting matters within financial processes and SOX testing
Draw up internal audit programmes
Write clear and concise reports
Ability to discuss the reports with Senior and Executive Management
Deliver audit projects in line with the IIA Standards and internal audit methodologies
Deliver quality audit projects in line with the IIA standards and the in house internal audit methodology
Application of the requirements of the IIA standards Execute audits of a high standard
Adherence to budgets
Review of teams work
Take responsibility for completion of projects when in a team.
Interpret financial statements
Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the application of IFRS or US GAAP
Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the application of legislation, frameworks and guidelines
Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the application of King IV practices framework
Ability to research the framework and guidelines for different countries and assess the risk for processes