Head of Internal Audit

Johannesburg
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Finance
Reference: NFR005450/KM

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Employer: Network Recruitment

Ready to take the lead on audits that make a real impact?

We’re looking for a dynamic Head of Internal Audit to guide our client's IA function with vision, integrity, and a bit of flair. You’ll be a key advisor to the Audit Committee and Board, overseeing audits that not only identify risk but also drive positive change.

What You’ll Do:

Connect directly with the Audit Committee and ARC Chair, providing insights and updates on key audit findings.
Report to the Audit Committee, Board, and Risk Committee on crucial issues that surfaced in IA reviews.
Develop and execute a robust risk-based audit plan that aligns with our strategic goals and stays on budget.
Craft and continuously refine IA coverage plans and audit strategies in sync with governance needs.
Approve audit plans for operations and IT, ensuring they address relevant risks with appropriate scope, resources, and timelines.
Drive ongoing innovation in IA practices, keeping us on the cutting edge.
Manage and mentor the IA team, setting KPIs, providing feedback, and supporting growth.
Ensure we meet top industry standards, following IIA and ISACA guidelines and our audit methodology.

Qualifications and Must-Haves:

Education: BCom Honours in Internal Audit (University of Pretoria preferred).
Certifications: CIA required; CISA/CISM/CA(SA) is a plus.

Experience:

10+ years in internal audit.
3+ years in IT audit (GITC, IT security, cybersecurity, etc.) and familiarity with IT frameworks like COBIT.
5+ years in a management role, with Big 4 articles and private sector experience highly desirable.
Visio experience a bonus!

If you’re excited to lead an impactful internal audit function with independence, strategic insight, and innovation, we’d love to hear from you.

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About Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment

Network Recruitment is a leading specialist recruitment company in the fields of IT, Finance and Engineering.

Since our establishment in 1987, we have been at the forefront of the specialist recruitment industry. Network Recruitment’s key to success is the focus on delivering superior quality service by developing and maintaining an exclusive focus on sourcing high-calibre skills for medium-sized to JSE-listed companies operating in these three niche sectors across South Africa.

Our experience in permanent and contract-based recruitment enables us to provide you with recruitment solutions that meet your long- and short-term needs.

Network Recruitment is a division of ADvTECH Resourcing, the recruitment arm of the national JSE-listed ADvTECH Limited Group a leader in quality education, training, skills development and placement services.