GRC – Internal Audit Trainee

Johannesburg, South Africa

We are seeking a dynamic Trainee in our Governance, Risk, and Compliance Consulting service line for the Johannesburg office. The ideal candidate should have strong technical skills in Internal audit, governance, risk management, and compliance.  The successful candidate will be registered for the Internal Auditor Occupational Certification Programme offered by the Institute of Internal Auditors South Africa.

Role and responsibilities

  • Perform internal audits that include governance, risk management, and control under the guidance of a senior in accordance with relevant frameworks, standards, best practices, and the firm’s quality management system.
  • Assist in performing audit planning which includes documenting business process descriptions and risk and control matrix for areas being audited.
  • Assist in evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the company’s system of internal controls.
  • Interact directly with our clients to ensure that our client’s needs are met.
  • Demonstrate professionalism and competence in all client interactions.
  • Document working papers in line with the audit methodology and Standards.
  • Prepare the observation sheets as per IIA Standards and Audit methodology.
  • Assist with preparing the draft report and the audit file after the completion of the project.

Qualification and experience

  • BCom (Hons)
  • CIA part 1 or 2 is an added advantage.

Skills and competencies

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent communication skills (Written and Oral)
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships
  • Demonstrates strong analytical and research skills
  • Takes ownership of assigned tasks and adopts a proactive approach
  • Ability to organise and prioritise workload
  • Produces accurate and timely work
  • Participates in meetings, providing information and ideas with clarity and persuasiveness
  • Respect differences in people and value the diversity of ideas
  • Actively seeks to enhance own expertise and knowledge
  • Demonstrates drive and commitment to self-development
  • Professional approach to work and clients i.e. professional appearance, respect for individuals, and ethical conduct.

Contact us

To apply for this role, please send your CV with a cover letter to Lerato Mohoto at [email protected] should you not hear from us within four weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.