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Assistant Manager IT Audit

Job Title
Assistant Manager IT Audit – (ERP: SAP)
Job ID
5198
Location
Gauteng
Full/Part Time
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Requirement Overview

Implement audit initiatives to promote the secure, effective and efficient implementation of IT architectures and services within the government sector.

To be a highly knowledgeable subject matter expert in the evaluation of the design and effectiveness of information systems controls and processes. Further, to develop and implement the IT audit plan to review technical system controls, identify deficiencies, communicate control and compliance risks, advise leadership on status of technology-related controls and compliance concerns within the government sector, and provide meaningful and effective recommendations.

Roles & Responsibilities

Product

Participate in audit committee/steering committee meetings with Business Unit (BU) management as and when required
Conduct audit covering the three audit phases:
Planning
Execution
Reporting
Plan the audit:
Define the objectives of the audit
Define the scope of the audit
Identify benchmarks to be utilised
Assess the risks from source documentation
Compile the audit plan
Conduct a walk through process with the relevant role players
Execute tests, inclusive of:
Compliance to policies, procedures, standards and specifications
Adequacy on goals
Reliability of information
Efficiency and effectiveness of operations
Safeguarding of assets
Generate audit reports indicating:
Audit findings
Recommendations
Conduct a meeting, where appropriate, to discuss:
Accepted recommendations to be implemented and timelines applicable
Rejected recommendations and internal actions to be implemented
Target dates for implementation and review
Supervise subordinates in the execution of the three audit phases
Supervise team meetings regarding the direction and progress on the audits
Provide guidance to auditors on audit related matters
Conduct the field work in accordance with policies and procedures
Communicate to Manager and Senior Manager on progress or obstacles during the audit
Submit the audit report for publishing and archiving
Finalise the audit file and submit for archiving in accordance with policies and procedures
Provide support in the review of contract work and quality assurance
Provide inputs to Information Systems Audit strategic plans
Provide guidance on AGSA audit approach
Promote and manage sound internal controls within the Business Unit
Keep abreast of the latest development at the AGSA
Manage audits within the allocated time frame
Manage audits in adherence to internal processes, policies and procedures
Stakeholder Relationships

Maintain internal stakeholder relationships:
Participate in debriefing sessions with regularity audit on the previous year’s audits performed
Engage with team members during the audit process
Liaise with colleagues within the Business Unit
Maintain external stakeholder relationships:
Liaise with audit firms
Liaise with Auditees with regards to Audit requirements
Participate in interviews/ recruitment process
People Management

Monitor staff performance to implement a culture of performance management:
Participate in the compilation of IPC’s and PDP’s
Conduct coaching sessions of staff members
Provide constant feedback to subordinates
Provide mentorship to subordinates
Conduct performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and take corrective action where necessary
Create a conducive environment to maintain and enhance employee motivation
Participate in transformational initiatives inclusive of change, organisational culture, CSI, diversity, etc
Continually improve own competence through personal development as per PDP and commitment:
Participate in learning and development programmes
Participate on programmes for purposes of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Manage Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete Human Resource Management actions within the allocated time frames
Support the Manager to ensure the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost effective audits through effective planning and resource management
Ensure effective and efficient management of projects in
terms of time, cost and quality
Providing input to manager on:
Planning of audits under her/his control
Budgeting requirements
Organisational reporting needs
Ensure that hours and expenses booked are in accordance with the allocated budget
Achieve own recoverability target
Manage budget in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete budget management actions within the allocated time frames
Ad-hoc duties

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

B Degree in Auditing or Computer Science or Informatics
The following will be an added advantage:

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
ERP Certificate (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards)
Knowledge

Knowledge and understanding of the principles of finance and the components involved in finance; must be able to apply PFMA and MFMA principles and adhere to due dates
Knowledge of Auditing
In-depth knowledge and skills in ERP environments
Should have knowledge of Oracle SysAdmin and Oracle business process reviews
Experience

Minimum 4 years IS auditing experience
Minimum of 1 year supervisory experience
Experience in ERP SAP environment, and other like Oracle, JD Edwards and PeopleSoft would be beneficial
Experience in Cyber Security environment would be beneficial
Experience in CAATs/Data Analytics environment would be beneficial

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date.

To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Closing date: 22 September 2025

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Manager IT Audit

Job Title
Manager IT Audit (ERP: SAP)
Job ID
5197
Location
Gauteng
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
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Requirement Overview

Conduct ERP information Systems reviews and manage the quality of audits within the allocated resources in accordance with PFMA and MFMA timelines, ISA standards and AGSA policies and procedures.

To be a highly knowledgeable subject matter expert in the evaluation of the design and effectiveness of information systems controls and processes. Further, to develop and implement the IT audit plan to review technical system controls, identify deficiencies, communicate control and compliance risks, advise leadership on status of technology-related controls and compliance concerns within the government sector, and provide meaningful and effective recommendations

Roles & Responsibilities

Product

    Conduct ERP reviews covering the three audit phases:
Planning

Execution
Reporting
Plan the audit:
Define the objectives of the audit
Define the scope of the audit
Identify benchmarks to be utilised
Assess the risks from source documentation
Compile the audit plan
Conduct a walk through process with the relevant role players
Execute tests, inclusive of:
Compliance to policies, procedures, standards and specifications
Adequacy on goals
Reliability of information
Efficiency and effectiveness of operations
Safeguarding of assets
Generate audit reports indicating:
Audit findings
Recommendations
Conduct a closure meeting, where appropriate, to discuss:
Accepted recommendations to be implemented and timelines applicable
Rejected recommendations and internal actions to be implemented
Target dates for implementation and review
Supervise subordinates in the execution of the three audit phases
Supervise team meetings regarding the direction and progress on the audits
Provide guidance to auditors on audit related matters
Conduct the field work in accordance with policies and procedures
Communicate to Line Manager on progress or obstacles during the audit
Provide support in the review of contract work and quality assurance
Provide input to regularity audit strategic plans
Provide guidance on AGSA audit approach
Promote and manage sound internal controls within the Business Unit
Keep abreast of the latest development at the AGSA
Manage audits within the allocated time frame
Manage audits in adherence to internal processes, policies and procedures
Stakeholder Relationships

    Maintain internal stakeholder relationships:
Engage with regularity audit on a regular basis on audit proceedings.
Facilitate debriefing sessions with regularity audit on the previous year’s audits performed
Engage with the team during the three audit phases (planning, execution and reporting)
Engage with colleagues within the Business Unit
  Maintain external stakeholder relationships:
Engage  with the management of the auditee on a regular basis on audit proceedings
Liaise with audit firms regarding contract out audits
Liaise with prospective employees

People Management

Analyse the business plan to determine the applicable deliverables and targets
Participate in securing the human resource requirements to ensure that deliverables will be met in accordance with the expected targets
Manage staff performance to implement a culture of performance management:
Compile IPC’s and PDP’s
Conduct coaching sessions to ensure subordinates perform at the optimum level
Provide constant feedback to subordinates
Provide mentorship to subordinates
Conduct performance reviews in accordance with policies and procedures and take corrective action where necessary
Manage the development of staff and ensure each staff member has a Personal Development Plan
Create a conducive environment to maintain and enhance employee motivation
Participate in transformational initiatives inclusive of change, organisational culture, CSI, diversity, etc
Continually improve own competence through personal development as per PDP and commitment:
Participate in learning and development programmes
Participate on programmes for purposes of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
Manage Human Resources in accordance with policies, procedures and legal requirements
Complete Human Resource Management actions within the allocated time frames
Financial Management

Ensure the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost effective audits through effective planning and resource management.
Assist with negotiating budgets with regularity audit.
Ensure effective and efficient management of projects in terms of time, cost and quality
Review and approve timesheets, S&T and advances in line with the allocated budget
Monitor staff leave, training, non-recoverable activities and recoverability reports to ensure achievement of annual recoverability targets.
Provide input on the centre income budget
· Assist with the review invoices of CWC before submission for approval
Ad-hoc duties (Applicable to All JD’s)

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

B Degree in Auditing, Computer Science or Informatics
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
The following will be an added advantage:

ERP Certificate (Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft or JD Edwards)
Knowledge

Knowledge of Auditing
Knowledge and understanding of the principles of finance and the components involved in finance; must be able to apply PFMA and MFMA principles and adhere to due dates
In-depth knowledge and skills in Informatics
Knowledge of Project Assurance
Knowledge of ERP systems
Experience

Solid experience in auditing SAP environment
Experience on other ERP environments, such as Oracle, JD Edwards and PeopleSoft would be beneficial
Minimum 5 years IS auditing
Minimum 2-3 years managerial experience
The performance agreement of the incumbent, which attributes specific targets to the above mentioned outputs would be developed and agreed SEPARATELY based on this Job Description.

Closing Date: 22 September 2025

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date.

To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

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Manager Operational Risk

Job Title
Manager Operational Risk (5 years Fixed Term Contract)
Job ID
5196
Location
Gauteng
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
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Requirement Overview

To perform operational risk assessments, with the objective of ensuring that risks within operations are identified, assessed, adequately mitigated and monitored. Furthermore, the manager: operational risk will develop processes, and plans to ensure that the broader risk management strategy is realised; and lastly, the role will assist the SM with design and implementation of risk management initiatives to ensure a robust risk management system

Roles & Responsibilities

Roll-out/ implementation of the activities/ initiatives identified on the risk implementation plan

The risk implementation plan is developed and approved annually. The plan outlines the activities the risk management functions will undertake over the year in pursuit of risk management objectives as articulated in the risk management strategy and policy.

· Maintain up to date and relevant operational risk profiles for the portfolios assigned, by

ü Facilitate identification and assessment of operational risks,

ü relevant root causes, current controls and future mitigations for the risks

ü Monitoring implementation of mitigations for the gaps/ exposures noted

ü Evaluating whether the mitigations identified and subsequently implemented are yielding the desired results

· Advise on the adequacy and effectiveness of organisational processes introduced to mitigate risks

· Provide advice with respect to organisational risks

· Continuously scan the internal and external environment AND analyze the risk landscape or environment, collect the required data from all relevant sources and provide solutions thereof (ensure that the data is verified and is relevant/ fit for purpose)

· Provide periodic progress reports to management on the implementation of mitigating action plans and update the risk register as appropriate

· Assist management in setting the business unit specific risk tolerance/ appetite and establish related risk strategies and processes to manage the appetite levels

· Periodically monitor the risk and incident reporting tool

ü Analyze the risks and incidents reported

ü Escalated reported cases to respective process owners

ü Support process owners in developing appropriate responses to the reported risks and incidents

ü Continuously follow-up with action owners on the responses agreed to

ü Regularly provide feedback on the status of resolution of the reported risk and incidents to the individuals that logged the incident as well as to any other relevant reporting structure.

Stakeholder Engagement

· Develop and maintain a portfolio stakeholder interaction and communication plan.

· Develop a thorough understanding of the needs of the different risk management stakeholders.

· Develop programs and initiatives to address the needs of the stakeholders.

· Communicate risk management strategies with all stakeholders.

· Provide advice on the application of best practice principles to stakeholders.

· Develop and maintain good working relations with assigned Risk Champions.

· Ensure that Risk Champions have an appropriate understanding of the activities that they are required to undertake in support of risk management function.

· Regularly develop presentations and training materials for roll-out at workshops, induction sessions, etc.

· Liaise with other risk and ethics function personnel to ensure the achievement of the business unit’s goals and objectives.

Ad-hoc projects

· Perform any other ad-hoc project/ request as requested by line manager.

Financial Management

· Assist in managing and reporting on the centre budget in accordance with the approved finance policies.

Ad hoc projects

· Perform all SM and BUL’s projects as and when required.

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

Degree in Commerce, ethics, risk management, project management, strategy or appropriate qualification advantage.

Knowledge of ISO 31000, and COSO framework will be an Familiarity with the public sector will be beneficial advantage.

Exposure to SOQM and other financial sector compliances will be an advantage.

Experience

3-5 years’ experience in governance, and risk, or related environment.

3-5 years’ experience conducting risk assessments.

Closing date: 22 September 2025

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Senior Audit Manager – Mpumalanga Business Unit

Job Title
Senior Audit Manager – Mpumalanga Business Unit
Job ID
5194
Location
Mpumalanga
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
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Requirement Overview

The purpose of this position is to deliver the portfolio of audits, lead multiple teams responsible for the audit during the audit process (planning, execution and reporting) to ensure delivery of quality and value adding audits in compliance with auditing standards and relevant legislation in line with the AGSA strategy

Roles & Responsibilities

Strategic function:

Contributes to the development of the BU BSC initiatives.
Implement the BSC initiatives within the BU.
Product Management:

Audit planning, execution and reporting in line with the audit methodology and standards within the agreed upon timelines (take full responsibility and supervision of the audit teams)
Lead audit engagements, which include planning executing, directing and reporting on audits.
Review the teams’ work in line with audit methodology and standards.
Conduct quality control reviews of the work of the audit teams.
Ensure the timely completion of auditing engagements
Report audit outcomes.
Signing of audit reports based on the delegations.
Implement the status of records review for the portfolio of audits as planned
Stakeholder Management:

Scanning the environment to ensure clear understanding of auditees business requirements and to translate this into clear deliverables for the execution team and continuously getting feedback from stakeholders.
Formulate and report on the portfolio stakeholder engagement plan
Liaise and interact with key stakeholders & management to share information, resolve challenges and make recommendations for improvements.
Manage stakeholder information on MIS
People Management:

Implement the activities outlined on the BU People Plan.
Manage team performance to drive productivity.
Contribute to transformation/culture plans.
Motivate, coach and mentor staff to ensure maximum productivity and development of the staff to their full potential.
Participate in initiatives to attract talent.
Contribute to effective administration of the BU training office.
Cascade Vision achievement/ organisation alignment messages and commitments.
Financial management and operational management:

Responsible for compiling the portfolio budget.
Manage the portfolio budget, income and cost to ensure adherence to the required financial performance standards for the portfolio
Manage debtor’s collection.
Ensure compliance with internal processes and procedures
Manage supply chain processes.
Conduct centre risk assessment.
Other Responsibilities:

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when required.

Skills, Experience & Education

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications – CA (SA) or ACCA or RGA
Experience – Minimum of 6 years’ experience post qualification with at least 4 years’ experience operating at a Manager level.
Must have demonstrated experience of auditing complex IFRS auditees.
Audit experience of SOE audits will be advantageous
CLOSING DATE : 19 September 2025

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Performance Auditor-Civil Engineering (KZN)

Job Title
Performance Auditor-Civil Engineering (KZN)
Job ID
5193
Location
Kwazulu Natal
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
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Requirement Overview

Performance audits are executed by multi-disciplinary teams. The role of the performance auditor is to bring the subject matter knowledge to the audit. The role of the performance auditor is focussed on knowledge of the audit topic. The performance auditor will, inter alia, conduct research and development and share subject matter expert insights during performance audits.

Plan, execute and report on a range of performance audits in an effective and efficient manner with the resources allocated. Maintain quality stakeholder relations and promote the value of performance audits. Engage in integration initiatives with regularity audit.

Roles & Responsibilities

Plan, execute and report on a range of performance audits in an effective and efficient manner with the resources allocated. Manage the day-to-day running of the audit. Maintain quality stakeholder relations and promote the value of performance audits and diagnostic testing. Engage in integration initiatives with regularity audit. Provide strategic inputs and implement the strategic plan of the business unit (BU).

Key Areas of Responsibility

Understand the government environment in which the AGSA work
Perform audits based on project management principles
Assist in planning of audit assignments
Execute audit plans
Collect data and information/evidence for audit and other assignment purposes
Analyse and interrogate data and information
Use various Civil engineering techniques, knowledge and experience in assessment of government service delivery projects during audits.
Interview and interrogate the auditee to establish facts during audits.
Compile audit technical reports
Compile audit working papers
Identify audit findings, problems and challenges with government systems, programmes and service delivery areas
Identify root causes and effects of audit findings, problems and challenges with government systems, programmes and service delivery areas.
Use information and technology tools such as, audit accelerators and any other IT tools in performing audits
Assist the Infrastructure Centre of Excellence Management in executing any work related to the Centre.
Assist auditors in understanding technical concepts when executing technical audits.
Contribute to high-impact and relevant recommendations to government, programmes or audit areas
Contribute to best practices/guidelines
Research and development

Research complex and challenging audit themes arising from government priorities/programmes
Scan the environment, perform trend analyses and assess risks to identify audit themes and necessary interventions in government
People management

Develop personal leadership
Manage and take responsibly of own work
Monitor own deadlines
Internal Stakeholder engagement

Assist in maintaining an effective relationship with the regularity audit business units
Engage in integration initiatives with regularity audit
Maintain visibility at regularity audit for effective interaction
Support the marketing of performance audits
Support initiatives of sharing insights, risks and experiences
External Stakeholder engagement

Build and maintain an effective relationships with auditees and other external stakeholders
Support initiatives within the BU to market performance audit products
Financial management

Manage own productivity and recoverability
Keep within allocated budget
Administration

Provide input on the planning of audits
Assist with organisational reporting needs
Submit time-sheets on time

Skills, Experience & Education

Qualifications

Degree/BTech in Civil Engineering,Quantity Surveying, or any approved built environment
Post graduate qualification will be an added advantage.
Registration (as candidate) with a relevant professional body will be an added advantage.
Experience

Minimum 3 years of experience required in infrastructure/built environment field.
Public sector knowledge or exposure to government infrastructure projects will be advantageous.
A valid driver’s licence is essential.

Closing Statement

These appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.
We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce.
Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities

Recruitment agencies are allowed to submit CV’s for people with disabilities

Closing Date: 18 September 2025

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Performance Auditor-Infrastructure (Western Cape)

Job Title
Performance Auditor-Infrastructure (Western Cape)
Job ID
5192
Location
Western Cape
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
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Requirement Overview

Performance audits are executed by multi-disciplinary teams. The role of the performance auditor is to bring the subject matter knowledge to the audit. The role of the performance auditor is focussed on knowledge of the audit topic. The performance auditor will, inter alia, conduct research and development and share subject matter expert insights during performance audits.

Plan, execute and report on a range of performance audits in an effective and efficient manner with the resources allocated. Maintain quality stakeholder relations and promote the value of performance audits. Engage in integration initiatives with regularity audit.

Roles & Responsibilities

Plan, execute and report on a range of performance audits in an effective and efficient manner with the resources allocated. Manage the day-to-day running of the audit. Maintain quality stakeholder relations and promote the value of performance audits and diagnostic testing. Engage in integration initiatives with regularity audit. Provide strategic inputs and implement the strategic plan of the business unit (BU).

Key Areas of Responsibility

Understand the government environment in which the AGSA work
Perform audits based on project management principles
Assist in planning of audit assignments
Execute audit plans
Collect data and information/evidence for audit and other assignment purposes
Analyse and interrogate data and information
Use various Civil engineering techniques, knowledge and experience in assessment of government service delivery projects during audits.
Interview and interrogate the auditee to establish facts during audits.
Compile audit technical reports
Compile audit working papers
Identify audit findings, problems and challenges with government systems, programmes and service delivery areas
Identify root causes and effects of audit findings, problems and challenges with government systems, programmes and service delivery areas.
Use information and technology tools such as, audit accelerators and any other IT tools in performing audits
Assist the Infrastructure Centre of Excellence Management in executing any work related to the Centre.
Assist auditors in understanding technical concepts when executing technical audits.
Contribute to high-impact and relevant recommendations to government, programmes or audit areas
Contribute to best practices/guidelines
Research and development

Research complex and challenging audit themes arising from government priorities/programmes
Scan the environment, perform trend analyses and assess risks to identify audit themes and necessary interventions in government
People management

Develop personal leadership
Manage and take responsibly of own work
Monitor own deadlines
Internal Stakeholder engagement

Assist in maintaining an effective relationship with the regularity audit business units
Engage in integration initiatives with regularity audit
Maintain visibility at regularity audit for effective interaction
Support the marketing of performance audits
Support initiatives of sharing insights, risks and experiences
External Stakeholder engagement

Build and maintain an effective relationships with auditees and other external stakeholders
Support initiatives within the BU to market performance audit products
Financial management

Manage own productivity and recoverability
Keep within allocated budget
Administration

Provide input on the planning of audits
Assist with organisational reporting needs
Submit time-sheets on time

Skills, Experience & Education

Qualifications

Bsc or B Tech Quantity Surveying
Bsc or B Tech Construction Management
Post graduate qualification will be an added advantage.
Registration (as candidate) with a relevant professional body will be an added advantage.
Experience

Minimum 3 years of experience required in infrastructure field.
Public sector knowledge or exposure to government infrastructure projects will be advantageous.
A valid driver’s licence is essential.

Closing Statement

These appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.
We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce.
Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities

Recruitment agencies are allowed to submit CV’s for people with disabilities

Closing Date: 18 September 2025

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Audit Manager – National B (x2)

Job Title
Audit Manager – National B (x2)
Job ID
5191
Location
Gauteng
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
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Requirement Overview

Responsible for the management of a portfolio of audits to ensure that the audit process (planning, execution, reporting etc.) is managed in an effective and efficient manner with the allocated resources and completed on time and according to relevant audit standards and legislation.

Roles & Responsibilities

Audit planning

Conduct research and engage with SM to gain an understanding of the auditee’s business environment including risks that may potentially affect the audit process
Discuss the identified risks with the audit team and come up with procedures to mitigate risks
Discuss the audit objectives, audit approach, focus areas and criteria with the audit team in line with AGSA audit strategy
Select the relevant audit team including appointment of specialist staff or contract out and engage them on the audit plans and budget
Plan and scope the audit assignment effectively. Allocate resources, define deadlines and ensure a comprehensive and appropriate terms of reference is set for each review
Ensure that appropriate audit components/sections are allocated to the audit team in line with their skill level and areas for development
Facilitate engagement meetings (entrance engagement) with management of auditees to discuss the scope, focus areas, objectives, methodology and due dates and request management to provide the audit team with relevant contact names, policies and procedures and any other information to assist in conducting the audit successfully
Audit Execution

Constantly meet with the audit team to monitor audit progress, adherence to budget targets and assess where support is required to engage auditees if the team encounters any challenges
Regularly review audit working papers and conduct relevant training for TA’s
Execute audit procedures and all working papers
Liaise with the management of the auditee on a regular basis through audit steering committee and audit committees
Constantly engage with manager to provide updates on audit progress and required support to complete the audit on time
Review errors identified during the audit and any other relevant audit documents and ensure that AM/AS report them on the schedule of uncorrected misstatements
Audit reporting

Review the audit and management report to ensure that it is written in compliance with relevant audit and quality standards and discuss findings with SM
Assist the SM in responding to questions from the auditee when the SM presents the audit and/or management report to the audit steering committee on the audit process and outcomes
Accurately capture and update ASMIS information
Review communication of audit findings and RFIs
Stakeholder engagements

Build strategic and value adding partnerships with key stakeholders in the auditees to ensure support during the audit process
Update the ASMIS stakeholder information
Liaise with key stakeholders at auditees (such as Audit/MPAC Committee meetings) in the planning and execution of the audit, discuss findings, emerging risks and actions to address identified risks
Assist in the preparation of presentations on audit reports to SCOPA and parliamentary committees
Liaise with private audit firms relating to contract out audits
People Management

Implement initiatives for creation of talent pipeline and succession planning
Addressing any people matters that may arise from the team in partnership with relevant People Support BUs
Manage performance (including poor performance) to ensure that the team is productive and will contribute to achievement of organisational goals
Provide on the job training, coaching, mentorship and support to the team
Ensure that Trainee Auditors receive adequate and relevant exposure on audit components to ensure compliance with SAICA/ SAIGA requirements
Support the implementation of the People plan initiatives to attract and retain competent staff
Financial management

Provide inputs in compilation of the centre budget
Monitor own and team recoverability and manage resources to comply with budget targets.
Responsible to follow up with debtors, processing of invoices and monitoring of CWC budgets
Manage project financials including budgets, timely billing and collection and variance recognition
Ad-hoc duties

Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the job description as and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

CA (SA) / RGA / ACCA qualification

Experience and Knowledge

Completed articles (3 years)
Two years work experience as an Acting Manager / Manager
Knowledge of the PFMA and Treasury regulations, FAIS Act and Companies Act
Accounting and Auditing legislation and standards or principles
Specific knowledge and experience of applying or auditing application of IFRS 9 and IFRS 13
Knowledge and implementation of CAATs
Knowledge and experience of SAICA training regulations
Good understanding of IFRS 17 principles
Knowledge and experience in auditing Quantitative Solo Returns
PFMA and experience with investments management, Treasury management, banking or other financial services experience would be an advantage.
Experience with JSE listed companies would be an added advantage
Experience in reporting (General report, interim reports, quarterly and annual reports)
Experience in ensuring high quality of audits (i.e. action plans, technical consultations and peer/pre-Issuance reviews, quality reviews)
Experience in the audit of supply chain management and performance information
Experience in impactful stakeholder engagements (internal and external)
Experience in financial management processes including budgetary process.
Experience in keeping teams motivated throughout the year to ensure full portfolio project timelines
Experience in auditing Development Finance institutions and insurance companies

Closing Date : 12 September 2025

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date.

To successfully upload documents, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters.

This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment.

We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation.

Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

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Senior Manager: Investigations X 2

Job Title
Senior Manager: Investigations X 2
Job ID
5189
Location
Gauteng
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
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Requirement Overview

To support and integrate with the Regularity Audit Business Units’ (RABUs) efforts towards clean audit outcomes by pro-actively identifying key risks relating to maladministration, fraud, corruption and noncompliance and sharing these risks with RABUs (ISA240 audit support). Developing specialist skills through data analytics, research and in-depth analysis to enhance the efficiency of the audit process. Provide support to Audit Research and Development (ARD) by contributing to the development of audit processes.

Contributing to specific sectors by conducting transversal risk assessments, and supporting sector activities (such as planning, execution and reporting). To perform ad-hoc investigations in public sector and/ or assist in responding to Request for Investigations received from various external stakeholders. Assist RABUs assessing the impact of whistle-blower allegations on their respective audits and how to respond accordingly in terms of appropriate audit procedures.

Roles & Responsibilities

Centre functions and strategy alignment

Track progress on ongoing investigations/ request for investigations
Manage performance of centre activities and ensuring that there is alignment of centre activities to the Balanced Score card and monitor compliance during the year.
Monitor projects in support of RABUs (ISA240 audit support)
Provide coaching, mentoring and on the job training for the staff members.
Integration with RABU’s (audit support in terms of ISA240)

To pro-actively identify additional key risks relating to maladministration/ irregularities at auditees.
To develop & maintain a risk database per sector/ cluster in partnership with RABUs thus contributing to sector reports.
Regular analysis of audit outcomes in order to influence RABU’s to conduct follow-ups and reporting to the auditee, thereby ensuring that key risks are addressed. Ensure on-going monitoring of this aspect.
Ensure on-going development of specialist skills in BU, and transfer of specialized skills to RABs.
Streamline of audit processes by using data analysis and exception reports.
Ensure resources are available to assist during planning phase of audits to identify key risks/ Maladministration/ irregularities. Ensure that managers and assistant managers are clear regarding the direction and progress on the audits and risk assessments.
Coordinate and implement risks and fraud awareness training to RABUs.
Provide inputs on the quarterly key control assessment.
Assess high risk contracts and compliance thereof with relevant legislation, regulations and policies at auditees and the effect of irregularities on the audit report.
Investigation

Assist RABUs to assess Requests for investigations received and recommend how these should be
addressed i.e. stand alone investigations, as part of regularity audit or referral to another public body.
Conduct focused investigations if the AG considers it to be in the public interest.
Obtain detailed knowledge of the business and/or specific discipline in a very limited time in order to identify the shortcomings at the auditee and make practical recommendations to correct it.
To facilitate these investigations, the SM need to interact with the auditees’ top management, political role-players, over site bodies and other role players. Be able to obtain the buy-in of these role-payers before the investigation can start.
Conduct investigations in terms of the policy and guideline for investigations and define a unique approach to address the specific circumstances, allegations and risks. This may include any of the following:
Consult with regularity audit or auditee to arrange for funding and the collection of the relevant debtors.
Correspondence and meetings with managers and assistant managers regarding the direction and progress on the investigation and public sector supply chain management laws and regulations.
Ensure that all allegations and/or risks identified are addressed comprehensively.
Contract in and out of specialist staff to ensure that specialist areas are properly addressed.Visits to teams to review the investigation and conduct meetings with the team and auditee.
Present information sessions to the auditee or audit committee on investigations.
Meetings with contracted out partners to ensure the quality of investigations contracted out.
Perform project management on all projects to ensure that deadlines are met as well as agreed budgets.
Prepare the required documentation (differs case by case) and take responsibility for presentations at SCOPA, Provincial Legislature and other Parliamentary committees.
Responsible for leading the discussion of the findings in the draft report.
Review working papers of team and ensure these meet AGSA requirements
Compile the investigation report and ensure findings are supported by relevant evidence.
People management

Addressing people matters including:

Coaching and advice to employees
Salary issues,
Capacity issues,
Leave approvals
Timesheets and expense claim approvals.
Act as a champion on a strategic goal to ensure that the Business Unit achieves its outcomes

Report on a monthly basis to the Business Executive on progress made and challenges experienced at the Senior Management meeting.
Manage staff performance by assisting them with their Individual Performance Contracts and the evaluation of these
Responsible for the development of staff to the required outcomes for their position profiles.
Responsible for performing performance feedback assessments for staff, following the completion of assignments.
Responsible for managing resources (Staff, – CWC and expenses) through meetings and giving direction and supervision to achieve a timely high quality product and to develop the staff to the correct levels and improve on client relations within the overall business processes.
Stakeholder engagements

Engage with various audit business units to manage expectations on audit support required for the next audit cycle. Agree on extend of work, budget, staff requirements and deliverables.
Engage with relevant law enforcement authorities such as Public Protector, National Prosecuting Authority and Special Investigation Unit
Interact with relevant internal stakeholders regarding investigations conducted
Update the Business Executive on issues arising from investigations, transversal risk assessments, sector activities and research work conducted
Financial Management

Assist in compiling of the budget for the investigations Business Unit.

Approval of expenditure:

Order approvals
Budget compliance evaluation
Invoice and income statement evaluation
Debtor follow up
Ad-hoc duties

• Perform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as
  and when required

Skills, Experience & Education

Qualification:

The successful candidate need to be a registered CA(SA) or RGA.
A ACFE or post grad diploma in Forensic Accounting or ICFP is an added advantage.
Experience:

The successful candidate would need to have 4 years managerial experience, of a minimum of 2 years may be at an assistant manager level or equivalent.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in forensic investigation environment.
Added advantage: Procurement investigation experience in the Public sector.

Closing Statement

The AGSA is not responsible for the verification of data provided and shall not be liable for any errors, factual, transcription or otherwise, contained in the information posted. Therefore, ensure that your online application and CV is correct, accurate and up to date. To successfully upload documents on the career site, ensure that the document name does not contain any special characters. This appointment is subject to the preferred candidate obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace and committed in achieving employment equity within the organisation. Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.

Closing date: 09 September 2025

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