Professional Practice Advisor needed at FirstRand Corporate Centre

Are you someone who can:

• Keep abreast of emerging industry standards, best practices, industry challenges, upcoming legislation, operational requirements, and technology changes related to the internal audit profession.
• Perform internal audit file reviews for conformance with the audit methodology and Global Internal Audit Standards published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), within agreed timeframes and budgets.
• Identify and articulate thematic root causes, assess the impact, and recommend improvements to address gaps/areas of non-conformance.
• Contextualise quality assurance findings and recommendations in relation to wider methodology impact.
• Review internal audit and governance committee reports to ensure quality standards are met.
• Identify and recommend best practice solutions for improving internal audit processes.
• Assist the Professional Practices Manager with operational and reporting activities as required.
• Identify opportunities for innovation in the audit methodology and develop practical solutions to implement innovative practices.
• Represent GIA Professional Practices and Quality Assurance at appropriate forums as required.
• Provide professional advice and guidance on internal audit methodology and other relevant topics to internal audit teams as required.

You will be an ideal candidate if you have:

• B.Com. degree / Honours in Accounting, Finance, Auditing or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Internal Audit.
• CIA, or progress towards certification as CCSA, CFSA and/or CISA.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.