Manager IT Audit (ERP) Jobs

Requirement Overview

Conduct reviews of ERP information systems and manage audit quality using allocated resources. Follow timelines from the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA) and Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA), as well as International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and AGSA policies.

Be an expert in evaluating the design and effectiveness of information systems controls and processes. Develop and implement the IT audit plan to review technical system controls, identify weaknesses, communicate risks related to controls and compliance, and advise leaders on technology-related controls and concerns in the government sector. Provide clear and effective recommendations.

Roles & Responsibilities

Product

Conduct ERP reviews across three audit phases: Planning, Execution, and Reporting.

Plan the Audit

• Define audit objectives
• Define audit scope
• Identify benchmarks to use
• Assess risks from source documents
• Compile the audit plan
• Conduct walkthroughs with relevant role players

Execute Tests

• Check compliance with policies, procedures, standards, and specifications
• Assess adequacy of goals
• Evaluate reliability of information
• Review efficiency and effectiveness of operations
• Ensure safeguarding of assets

Generate Audit Reports

• Document audit findings
• Provide recommendations

Conduct closure meetings, where appropriate, to discuss:

• Accepted recommendations, implementation plans, and timelines
• Rejected recommendations and internal actions
• Target dates for implementation and review

Other duties include:

• Supervise subordinates during the three audit phases
• Lead team meetings on audit direction and progress
• Guide auditors on audit matters
• Perform fieldwork according to policies and procedures
• Report progress or obstacles to line manager
• Support review of contract work and quality assurance
• Contribute to regularity audit strategic plans
• Guide on AGSA audit approach
• Promote sound internal controls in the business unit
• Stay updated on AGSA developments
• Manage audits within time frames
• Follow internal processes, policies, and procedures

Stakeholder Relationships

Internal

• Engage regularly with regularity audit on audit proceedings
• Facilitate debriefing sessions on previous audits
• Work with the team during planning, execution, and reporting
• Collaborate with colleagues in the business unit

External

• Engage regularly with auditee management on audit proceedings
• Liaise with audit firms on outsourced audits
• Connect with prospective employees

People Management

• Analyze business plans to set deliverables and targets
• Help secure human resources to meet targets
• Manage staff performance to build a culture of high performance:
  • Prepare Individual Performance Contracts (IPCs) and Personal Development Plans (PDPs)
  • Conduct coaching sessions for optimal performance
  • Provide ongoing feedback
  • Mentor subordinates
  • Perform reviews and take corrective actions
• Develop staff and ensure PDPs for each member
• Create a positive environment for motivation
• Participate in transformation initiatives like change management, culture, CSI, and diversity
• Improve personal skills through learning programs and Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Manage HR according to policies, procedures, and laws
• Complete HR actions on time

Financial Management

• Deliver high-quality, accurate, and cost-effective audits through planning and resource management
• Assist in negotiating budgets with regularity audit
• Manage projects efficiently in terms of time, cost, and quality
• Review and approve timesheets, travel claims, and advances within budget
• Monitor leave, training, non-recoverable activities, and recoverability to meet targets
• Provide input on center income budget
• Assist in reviewing invoices before approval

Ad-hoc Duties

Perform or manage other projects, tasks, and assignments as required.

Skills, Experience & Education

Formal Education

• B Degree in Auditing, Computer Science, or Informatics
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Added advantage:

• ERP Certificate (Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft, or JD Edwards)

Knowledge

• Auditing knowledge
• Understanding of finance principles, PFMA, and MFMA
• In-depth informatics skills
• Project assurance knowledge
• ERP systems knowledge

Experience

• Solid experience auditing SAP environments
• Experience with other ERPs like Oracle, JD Edwards, or PeopleSoft is beneficial
• Minimum 5 years in IS auditing
• Minimum 2-3 years in management

Closing Date: 16 January 2026

The performance agreement for this role will be developed separately based on this job description, with specific targets.