FirstRand Specialist Internal Auditor - ACR and Projects Jobs in South Africa
FirstRand Specialist Internal Auditor - ACR and Projects Jobs in South Africa
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Purpose
To analyse customer and / or payment information to identify potential suspicious transactions and/or individuals in order to mitigate / reduce the incidence of financial crimes against the bank.
Experience and Qualifications
BSC / B.Com (Information Systems) or equivalent degree
At least 3 years Application Control Reviews (ACR) and / or Project auditing experience
Experience in banking and financial services environment will be an advantage
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
Driver’s licence preferred.
Additional Requirements
There are no additional requirements associated with this vacancy.
Responsibilities
Obtain a good understanding of the IT control environment being audited (including link to business processes and risk management related aspects), and the interdependencies linked to this.
Plan audit assignments based on key process and business risks identified, and design the audit program in line with risks and key IT application controls to be tested.
Incorporate data analytics (DA) to enhance audit planning and create efficiencies in audit fieldwork.
Execute audit field work in compliance with quality standards by following and completing prepared work programs.
Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management practices and internal controls.
Evaluate IT areas such as information security, operations management, and disaster recovery procedures related to the IT application controls to be reviewed.
Provide clear and sufficient audit evidence to support recommendations and audit opinion.
Express an opinion based on the results of the work performed.
Identify opportunities to improve the IT internal control environment and
project management processes.
Identify and clearly articulate the root cause of issues identified and impact thereof, and recommend changes to business processes that will address the IT and Project control weaknesses.
Prepare a quality and balanced audit report to specified standards, encapsulating the control weaknesses identified and results of audit work performed, with minimal editorial changes.
Incorporate fundamental principles, key issues and control themes emanating from other functional areas and assurance providers to ensure relevant & appropriate audit findings.
Assist the Head of Internal Audit / Senior Audit Manager / Audit Manager with other operational and reporting activities as required.
Identify opportunities for innovation in audit as well as client processes, and develop practical solutions to implement innovative practices.
Effective communication with the audit team, audit management and key stakeholders.
Is aware of the resources available and is able to utilise them to best effect with guidance from senior audit staff.
Keep abreast of emerging industry standards, best practices, industry challenges, upcoming legislation, operational requirements and technology changes related to the internal audit environment.
Participate in internal departmental work and key standing tasks such as Board, Risk and Audit Committee reporting, as requested. Stakeholder Excellence
Ensure the constant delivery of superb value and a 'memorable' customer experience.
Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships and a wide relationship network across business units and within Internal Audit.
Respond to client needs and queries professionally and within agreed turn-around times.
Communicate professionally in all communication forms.
Listens actively to others.
Negotiate with management as appropriate in order to ensure key findings and follow up actions are agreed upon.
Maximized Department Resources
Identify development needs and address these through training and continuous professional development.
Proactively seek and embrace formal and informal peer coaching opportunities.
Execute the audit assignment within the agreed budget and timelines.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 23rd September 2019
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