Assistant Internal Audit Manager at ABSA Bank Limited

• Develop
  an in-depth knowledge of the methodology, by attending training
  sessions and using knowledge gained during audits, use this proactively
  in executing audit activities.
• Deliver assigned
  responsibilities by the Chief Internal Auditor work to a high quality
  and in accordance with the requirements of the Quality Assurance
  scorecard.
• Assist the Chief Internal Auditor with planning and
  execution of Design Effectiveness and Operating Effectives Testing,
  uniformly applying the methodology and quality standards, focusing the
  work on key risks, with minimum supervision from the Chief Internal
  Auditor
• Develop and maintain relationships with key audit
  contacts on each audit by attending continuous stakeholder meetings. In
  addition, engage closely with stakeholders during assignments and
  encourage open discussion and interaction with business on the risks
  associated in their environment. Engage proactively with Internal Audit
  colleagues during assignments and request technical assistance where
  required. Technical assistance may be requested for the review of the
  risks and controls to be tested, audit working papers and audit report.
• Based
  on knowledge of business areas, provide guidance to other auditors and
  peers by sharing best practice so that their work meets and sometimes
  exceeds quality standards.
• Support the Chief Internal Auditor in the identification of risks to be tested by participating in planning sessions.
• Develop
  an in-depth knowledge of Absa and the various business areas and use
  this knowledge to assess risks and controls through identifying,
  assessing and documenting risks and controls within these processes.
• Evaluate
  the design and operating effectiveness of controls and document all
  working papers in Audit Bond for review by the Chief Internal Auditor.
• Ensure
  all audit observations and planned actions are factually agreed with
  management as soon as they arise and increase the speed of report
  issuance. Provide suggestions to stakeholder management on how they can
  address the control issues identified.
• Document all working
  papers in line with methodology requirements. The working papers must be
  accurate, reflective of work performed and support conclusions drawn.
• Display
  professional scepticism, raising and discussing contentious
  observations with management and provide evidence to support all issues
  identified.
• On an ongoing basis throughout the audit, discuss
  and agree the factual accuracy of audit observations with the Chief
  Internal Auditor and Head of Audit.
• Provide feedback to the
  Chief Internal Auditor and audit team with progress and observations
  raised during the audit by communicating honestly, frequently and
  effectively. Build and maintain good working relationships with fellow
  auditors.
• Participate fully and be supportive in all audits by
  aiding the team where required. Be quick to learn and seek opportunities
  to share this knowledge with colleagues.
• Continue to update
  awareness of risk issues and changes across selected business units from
  interaction with management and provide feedback to the Chief Internal
  Auditor.
• Assist in the induction of new joiners, mentoring less experienced team members.
• Proactively
  take on additional tasks as requested by the Head of Audit – which may
  include managing Issue Assurance and production of team Management
  Information.
• Perform Issue Assurance testing and documenting of the working papers in accordance with the requirements of the Methodology.
• Support with the teams Data Analytics initiatives and have experience in performing data analytics.

Accountability: Knowledge Management

• Improve
  technical knowledge through self-learning or training including
  mandatory Continuous Professional Education requirements.
• Share knowledge with AIA colleagues and peers in the business.
• Develop and enhance learning through seeking coaching, training, and continual feedback.
• Coach
  new joiners and trainees on how to apply the methodology. In addition,
  to proactively share knowledge of within the team, leading a session at a
  team meeting.
• Build knowledge of business and culture in
  business units for the Retail, CIB portfolio and Functions as assigned
  by the Chief Internal Auditor
• Knowledge of key regulations, including FIC, KYC and AML, Sanctions, for business areas / locations within remit.

Accountability: Reporting

• Prepare
  audit observations and make sure that they are concise, factually
  accurate and cover all of the significant issues. The observations must
  be insightful, address the root causes, and have agreed actions that
  fully mitigate the risk.
• Assist the Chief Internal Auditor
  where required, in the drafting of the audit report in line with
  methodology requirements and as per the requirements of the Balanced
  Scorecard.
• Proficient in report writing for governance reporting.

Accountability: Relationship management

• Develop and maintain relationships with accountable management on each audit.
• Present
  effectively at stakeholder meetings and forums (e.g.: Risk and
  Governance forums) to share knowledge and information including
  methodology, standards, changes, and new developments with business
  stakeholders on an ongoing basis.

Role / Person
Specification
Essential Experience:

• Audit roles – experience in risk-based auditing or risk/control activities.
• Relevant
  professional qualifications (e.g. ACCA, CPA and equivalent
  certification) and must be a graduate. CIA certification will be an
  added advantage.
• Practical understanding of relevant regulatory environment
• Proven track record of high performance in previous roles
• Experience in internal and external auditing at for at least 4 years, and should have led audit teams.

Preferred experience:

• Financial services industry knowledge.
• Knowledge about new and emerging financial products and services.

Mental & Environmental Demands

Special work requirements:

• Trust
• Resourceful
• Stewardship
• Courage
• Inclusion

Education

• Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)