Trainee / Learner

Description

• We are looking for an early career professional with interest in Digital and Technology transformation of the financial services industry, to transition and grow in the Internal Audit profession
• The audit trainee will gain practical internal audit experience, supported by internal audit-related training and professional development, the opportunity to study towards attaining the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification from the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and / or the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification from The Global Institute of Internal Auditors (The IIA)

Duties

• Perform Internal Audits in accordance with the Internal audit methodology principles and processes
• Continuously plan, execute, and monitor the process of executing the Internal Audit plan
• Gather and compile the relevant key information and documentation and participate in the audit planning discussions with the relevant business stakeholders
• Prepare system and data diagrams to identify manual and systems process interactions and key controls
• Understand and map key business process control assess the design and operational effectiveness of Application controls and Information Technology General controls
• (ITGCs), Cyber /Information Security controls as well as Data Controls
• Discuss and validate the key control description with the relevant business stakeholders and walkthrough the relevant key control processes
• Identify the key risks and controls that are relevant to the audit scope and assess the adequacy of the control descriptions and prepare the draft Risk and Control matrix
• Gather the relevant business information and reports, analyze the data integrity and trends and select the sample items in accordance with the sampling method
• Draft the audit testing program and evaluate the effective implementation of the key control processes and document the testing outcomes in the working paper file
• Cross-refence sufficient and appropriate audit evidence in the working papers file and draft the preliminary audit issues
• Provide technical support for financial, operational and performance audits
• Establish and maintain professional working relations with all the internal and external stakeholders
• Perform internal quality assurance reviews on audits files to access compliance with internal audit standard and methodology principles
• Continuously monitor audit timelines, milestones and deliverables, update the audit status to the information system and applications
• Assist the preparations of the management and board reports on a periodic basis and perform all administrative /operational tasks related to the internal audit functions

Requisites

• Minimum experience level 1-3 years general banking and / or auditing experience will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of the Bank’s policies and procedures
• Exhibit high morals & professional conduct
• Unbiased objectivity & independence
• Committed to continuous professional training & development
• Ability to work independently, accurately & under pressure
• Excellent communication & interpersonal / people skills
• Moderate business acumen & logical thinking
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Knowledge of current technological developments and trends in banking industry
• Technical / Professional Knowledge:
• Administrative procedures and systems
• Data analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Business writing skills
• Behavioural Competencies:
• Applied Learning
• Communication
• Continuous Learning
• Work Standards
• Managing Work
• Planning and Organizing
• Essential Qualifications - NQF Level:
• Matric / Grade 12 / National Senior Certificate
• Professional Qualifications/Honour’s Degree
• Preferred Qualification:
• Preferred Qualifications: Degree / Honors Degree / equivalent qualification in Information Technology related field

Notes

• Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted