Senior IT Auditor – KZN Jobs

Requirement Overview

Conduct audits effectively and efficiently, following PFMA and MFMA timelines, ISA standards, and AGSA policies and procedures.

Roles & Responsibilities

Product

Conduct audits through three phases: Planning, Execution, and Audit Conclusion.

• Plan the audit by participating in defining objectives and scope, assessing risks from source documents, compiling the audit plan, and conducting walkthroughs with relevant role players.
• Perform fieldwork according to policies and procedures.
• Execute tests to check compliance with policies, procedures, standards, and specifications; adequacy of goals; reliability of information; efficiency and effectiveness of operations; and safeguarding of assets.
• Generate audit findings, submit them to the Line Manager for input and review, and make necessary changes.
• Communicate progress or obstacles to the Line Manager and Senior Manager during the audit.
• Participate in meetings to discuss accepted recommendations, implementation timelines, rejected recommendations, internal actions, and target dates for review.
• Conduct audits following internal processes, policies, and procedures, within the allocated timeframe.
• Promote and manage sound internal controls within the business unit.

HR Admin

• Improve your skills through personal development as per your Personal Development Plan (PDP).
• Take part in learning and development programs.
• Engage in Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programs.
• Stay updated on the latest developments at the AGSA.
• Participate in transformational initiatives, including change, organizational culture, CSI, and diversity.

Financial Management

• Support the Manager in delivering high-quality, accurate, and cost-effective audits.
• Manage projects efficiently in terms of time, cost, and quality.
• Provide input into audit planning, including budget requirements.

Organisational Reporting

• Follow budget allocations for hours and expenses.
• Get approval from the Line Manager for any unbudgeted expenses.
• Meet your recoverability targets.

Ad-hoc Duties

• Handle other projects, tasks, and assignments as required.

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

• B Degree in Auditing, Computer Science, or Informatics.

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of Auditing.
• In-depth knowledge and skills in Informatics.

Experience

• At least 3 years of Information Systems auditing experience.
• Experience in ERP environments (such as SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, and PeopleSoft), cyber security, and CAATs/Data analytics is an advantage.

Closing Date: 19 January 2026