Senior Internal Auditor

PURPOSE OF THE JOB An exciting role within the Pepkor Internal Audit team, please note this is a 10-month contract, where you will gain broad perspectives across the Group through varied short-term assurance and advisory assignments. Audits range from operational processes to financial processes to strategic areas in the business. You will be responsible to make recommendations that enhance the management of governance, risk, and compliance processes, and add value to the business.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the auditing of the governance, financial, business and operational processes at divisional and business unit level. Plan and determine the scope of internal audit projects in conjunction with the Internal Audit Manager. Obtain a good understanding of the control environment being audited by conducting in-depth process analysis in identified functional areas. Use tools such as process maps and risk and control matrices to document processes, identify relevant risks and internal controls, and evaluate and challenge the design effectiveness of controls. Incorporate data analytics to enhance audit planning and create efficiencies and insights in audit fieldwork. Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management practices and internal controls. Identify and clearly convey the root cause of issues identified, and impact thereof. Provide value-adding, pragmatic, and cost-effective recommendations for managing risk, improving compliance, and improving business processes. Meet with control owners and management to discuss findings, potential root causes and recommendations. Prepare a balanced draft audit report of high technical and clerical quality, which summarises the control weaknesses identified and results of the audit work performed. Execute the audit assignment within the agreed budget and timelines and in compliance with quality standards. Assist the Head of Internal Audit / Senior Audit Manager / Audit Manager with other operational and reporting activities as required. Identify opportunities for innovation and cost savings in audit as well as client processes and develop practical solutions to implement innovative practices.JOB INCUMBENT REQUIREMENTS BCom (Hons) / BTech or similar degree in Finance/Internal Auditing. Articles and professional certifications (CIA or similar) will be highly advantageous. Minimum 3 years at a senior internal audit level (Audit Senior/ Supervisor or Assistant Manager). Working SAP experience will be advantageous. Knowledge of finance and operational internal control areas are essential. Retail knowledge (including credit providing to customers/ financial services) would be highly beneficial. Knowledge of business process analysis will be essential. Proficient skills in word processing, spreadsheets and presentations are essential (MS Office or Google Workspace). Expertise in data extraction and the use of data analysis tools (Advanced Excel, SQL or similar) and auditing IT general controls will be highly beneficial. Limited ad-hoc traveling may be expected. Competencies required: Self-sufficient, pragmatic, managing multiple projects simultaneously, be able to work independently and in teams, be able to mostly autonomously plan, execute and report on projects, excellent problem assessment, numeracy, analytical thinking, decision making, communication, maintaining good client relations and interpersonal skills, an agile and adaptable mind-set, and being a team player who is results oriented. CLOSING DATE: 02 December 2025If you are interested in the above position and meet the requirements as indicated above, please submit your application.By submitting your application, you are giving Pepkor implicit consent to the storage and processing of your personal information.If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date of this position, please regard your application as being unsuccessful. Pepkor strives for equal opportunity in terms of its employment equity guidelines.