Job summary: An opportunity has become available for a Senior Internal Auditor to create their own work environment and flow as they join a new department. This person will take responsibility for the verification of financial and relevant operating procedures of a group of companies through a systematic program of audits, to monitor systems and solve problems. This person will ensure that the operations and employees of the Group comply with regulations, quality standards, and other relevant criteria. Other focus areas include scheduling audits and creating a framework for expedient auditing. Key performance areas: Finance – Supports the finance department by the management of approved budgets and to ensure that all warehouse related operations are being executed within the approved budget.Operational Excellence/Service Delivery – Coordinate and execute internal audit-related tasks, continuous improve processes and systems to ensure effective control processes and adherence of financial statements and operational practices to relevant policies and procedures of the Group.Safety, Health, and Environment – Implement and coordinate applicable SHE legislation and regulations. Assist with the overall wellbeing of employees (where needed) and support and participate in the Safety Culture Transformation Program.Stakeholder Engagement/Customer – Must be customer orientated, build, and maintain sound networks with all internal and external stakeholders and act with diplomatic sensitivity and being able to negotiate.Learning and Growth – Focused on developing self and others to stay abreast with latest developments and legislation. Must be able to drive and participate in a high-performance team that are highly engaged, and output driven. Responsibilities: Act as a strategic business partner by gaining knowledge of all aspects of the business. Show a thorough understanding of the business goals, key drivers, risk appetite, and show collaboration and willingness to assist in all business areasHone functional expertise such as strategic acumen, professional qualifications, international business, finance, and subject matter expert skills to propel the business fortunesAdept communication and relationship management through the active engagement with various stakeholders, internal as well as externalBe technology orientated that will allow for more value-added processes and maximise business insightsFocussed on risk management and fraud prevention to identify risks, develop agile risk assessment processes that can measure and monitor risks and find effective ways to mitigate any risksProvide assistance, and support to relevant internal and external stakeholders. Company description: African multi-national company based in Malawi, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe focused on supplying agricultural products to commercial and small-scale farmers.The company focus lies in fostering growth while fostering wisdom in the communities they work in. The company has optimally utilised the supply chain and strategic positioning in southeast Africa, and it has greatly invested in infrastructure and expansion over the past years. Today, the Group comprises several subsidiaries.The global sourcing network, along with an unrivalled on-the-ground network, means they're able to shift the product directly from source to the consumer without a middleman, and vice versa in the process of connecting consumers output to international markets. Their logistical capabilities are managed by themselves, and enable them to distribute products efficiently. Job type: Permanent Job location: Office based in Sandton, South Africa. Business travel: Domestic and international # of staff reporting into this role: 0 Remuneration: Salary of ± R80,000 per month and attractive bonus scheme Leave: 21 days CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Qualifications: Bachelors in internal audit; CIA; or studying towards a CIA Experience: 5-10 years experience in Internal AuditExperience in Agriculture, Finance, Distribution and Retail will be advantageousExperience working with African countries is advantageousSoftware experience: PaySpace, CliqSense, Sage Accpac, Kinetic, AssetwareNice to have software is Corporate Planner, CRM, and TeamMate Skills: Finance skillsAudit skillsKnowledge of COSO risk and internal control frameworkKnowledge of IIA performance standardsChange managementData and business intelligenceBusiness analysisRisk management and compliance Personal attributes: Trustworthy – has integrityFlexible and easy goingBe open to constructive criticism / feedback#J-18808-Ljbffr
