Internal Audit | Assistant Manager at Forvis Mazars Group

Job Description    

• Forvis Mazars Advisory Services is currently recruiting for an Assistant Manager in Internal Audit to join their dynamic, fast growing team. The successful candidate should have the necessary internal audit skills, knowledge and experience.

Duties and Responsibilities    

• Plan and execute risk-based internal audits
• Provide a consulting services to clients
• Draft audit reports and present final findings to the client
• Provide on the job coaching to internal auditors and trainees
• Supervision of internal audit teams on multiple audits
• Apply internal audit specific policies, procedures , methodologies and standards
• Manage the delivery of each assignment in line with scope and limitations
• Support the business in championing strategic business roles
• Manage a portfolio of clients
• Build and maintain client relationships.

Minimum Requirements    
Candidate Requirements

• BCom degree with relevant internal audit qualification
• CA (SA)/CIA advantageous
• Membership with IIA
• At least 5 years’ experience in a consulting role in governance, risk and compliance, of which 2 years’ must be in a senior auditor or supervisor role

Candidate Competencies

• A thorough knowledge of IIA standards and best practices
• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills
• Proven ability to manage clients, teams and other relevant stakeholders
• Knowledge of internal audit software tools and methodologies
• Good client relations and networking skills
• Willingness to travel when necessary
• Valid drivers’ licence and own transport.