Senior Information Technology Auditor - Pretoria

Requirement OverviewTo conduct audits in an effective and efficient manner in accordance with PFMA and MFMA timelines, ISA standards and AGSA policies and procedures.Roles & ResponsibilitiesProduct:-Conduct audits in terms of the three audit phases:PlanningExecutionAudit conclusion-Plan the audit in terms of:Participate in defining the objectives of the auditParticipate in defining the scope of the auditAssessing the risks from source documentationCompiling the audit planConducting a walk-through process with the relevant role players-Conduct the field work in accordance with policies and procedures-Execute tests to determine:Compliance to policies, procedures, standards and specificationsAdequacy on goalsReliability of informationEfficiency and effectiveness of operationsSafeguarding of assets-Generate the audit findings-Submit the findings to Line Manager for input and review and effect the necessary amendments as indicated-Communicate to Line Manager and Senior Manager on progress or obstacles during the audit-Participate in a meeting, where appropriate, to discuss:Accepted recommendations to be implemented and timelines applicableRejected recommendations and internal actions to be implementedTarget dates for implementation and review-Conduct the audit in accordance with internal processes, policies and procedures-Conduct the audit within the allocated time frame-Promote and manage sound internal controls within the Business UnitHR Admin-Continually improve own competence through personal development as per Personal Development Plan (PDP):Participate in learning and development programmesParticipate on programmes for purposes of Continuous Professional Development (CPD)Keep up to date with the latest developments at the AGSA-Participate in transformational initiatives encompassing change, organisational culture, CSI, diversity etcFinancial Management-Support the Manager in the delivery of high quality, accurate and cost-effective audits-Manage projects efficiently and effectively in terms of time, cost and quality-Provide input into the planning of audits under her/his control:Budget requirementsOrganisational reporting-Adhere to budget allocations for the bookings of hours and expenses-Obtain approval from Line Manager for any expenses not budgeted for-Achieve own recoverability targetAd-hoc dutiesPerform and/or manage other projects, tasks and assignments not stipulated on the Job description as and when requiredSkills, Experience & EducationFormal EducationB Degree in Auditing, Computer Science or InformaticsKnowledgeIn-depth knowledge of AuditingIn-depth knowledge and skills in InformaticsKnowledge of emerging technologies and risks associated with themExperienceMinimum 3 years Information Systems Auditing experienceExperience on ERP environments, (i.e. SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards and PeopleSoft) cyber security and CAATs/Data analytics will be of an added advantageClosing StatementThese appointments are subject to the preferred candidates obtaining the necessary security clearance, reference checking and competency assessment. We embrace employment equity and are committed to achievement of fair and equal representation of our workforce. Preference will be given to internal applicants and candidates from previously disadvantaged backgrounds. Auditor General welcomes applications from all persons with disabilities.NB: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from the us within four weeks, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.