Digital Assurance Specialist Job at Absa Group Limited

Full Time Research / Data Analysis

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Job Location : Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Application Deadline : January 31, 2026

Job Description

Key Accountabilities

  • Design, build and enhance automated assurance scripts and solutions using ACL, Python, SQL, and other relevant technologies.
  • Support testing of solutions and collaborate with audit teams to embed digital assurance into audit planning, execution, and reporting.
  • Ensure assurance solutions align with enterprise data governance standards and frameworks.
  • Partner with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for automation and control testing.
  • Update / Design all application documentation aligned to the organisation’s technical standards and risk / governance frameworks.
  • Conduct reviews, performance monitoring & ongoing optimisation and maintenance on solutions.
  • Drive innovation in assurance practices through the adoption of emerging technologies and agile methodologies.

Education and Experience Required

  • Matric
  • Relevant qualification / certification in Data Analysis, Auditing, scripting or related fields.
  • 4–6 years of experience in internal audit, data analytics, or digital assurance.
  • Proven experience with ACL (HighBond/Diligent), Python, SQL, or similar scripting tools.
  • Experience in developing and deploying automated control testing or assurance routines.

Knowledge & Skills

  • Strong understanding of audit methodology and risk management.
  • Proficiency in data extraction, transformation, and analysis.
  • Familiarity with data governance and regulatory frameworks.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Competencies

  • Analytical thinking and problem solving
  • Innovation and continuous learning
  • Collaboration and influence
  • Planning and execution
  • Adaptability and resilience

Personal Traits

  • Curious and proactive
  • Detail-oriented and quality-driven
  • Ethical and accountable
  • Strong sense of ownership

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree: Information Technology

End Date: January 16, 2026

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