Assistant Manager IT Audit – (ERP: SAP) Jobs

Requirement Overview

We are looking for someone to lead audit initiatives that ensure secure, effective, and efficient IT architectures and services in the government sector. This role requires deep expertise in evaluating the design and effectiveness of information systems controls and processes. You will develop and implement IT audit plans to review technical controls, identify weaknesses, communicate risks, and provide practical recommendations to leadership.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Participate in audit committee or steering committee meetings with business unit management as needed.
• Lead audits through three main phases: planning, execution, and reporting.

Plan the Audit

• Set clear audit objectives and scope.
• Choose relevant benchmarks.
• Assess risks from source documents.
• Prepare the audit plan.
• Conduct walkthroughs with key stakeholders.
• Perform tests including compliance with policies, adequacy of goals, reliability of information, efficiency of operations, and safeguarding of assets.

Generate Audit Reports

• Document findings and recommendations.
• Hold meetings to discuss accepted or rejected recommendations, implementation timelines, and review dates.

• Supervise team members during all audit phases.
• Lead team meetings to guide direction and track progress.
• Offer guidance to auditors on audit matters.
• Carry out fieldwork following policies and procedures.
• Report progress or challenges to managers.
• Submit audit reports for review, publishing, and archiving.
• Finalize audit files and archive them according to standards.
• Support reviews of contract work and quality assurance.
• Contribute to IT audit strategic plans.
• Guide the AGSA audit approach.
• Promote strong internal controls in the business unit.
• Stay updated on AGSA developments.
• Manage audits within set timeframes and in line with processes, policies, and procedures.

Stakeholder Relationships

• Internal: Join debriefings on past audits, engage with team during audits, and connect with colleagues in the business unit.
• External: Work with audit firms and auditees on audit needs; participate in interviews and recruitment.

People Management

• Monitor staff performance to build a culture of accountability.
• Help create individual performance contracts (IPCs) and personal development plans (PDPs).
• Conduct coaching and provide regular feedback.
• Mentor subordinates.
• Perform performance reviews and address issues as needed.
• Foster a positive work environment to boost motivation.
• Support transformation initiatives like change management, culture, community service, and diversity.
• Improve your own skills through learning programs and continuous professional development (CPD).
• Handle human resources tasks per policies, procedures, and laws, completing them on time.
• Assist managers in delivering high-quality, cost-effective audits through good planning and resource use.
• Manage projects effectively in terms of time, cost, and quality.

Budget and Reporting

• Provide input to managers on audit planning, budgeting, and reporting needs.
• Track hours and expenses against budgets.
• Meet personal recoverability targets.
• Manage budgets following policies and laws, completing actions promptly.

Ad-hoc Duties

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

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

• B Degree in Auditing, Computer Science, or Informatics.
• Added advantages: Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or ERP Certificate (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards).

Knowledge

• Understanding of finance principles, including Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA); ability to apply them and meet deadlines.
• Strong auditing knowledge.
• Deep expertise in ERP environments.
• Knowledge of Oracle SysAdmin and Oracle business process reviews.

Experience

• At least 4 years in IS auditing.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Experience in ERP SAP, and beneficial experience in Oracle, JD Edwards, PeopleSoft, Cyber Security, or CAATs/Data Analytics.

Closing Date: 07 November 2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the AGSA careers portal.