Chief Audit executive

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reference: JHB003000-KM-1

Chief Audit executive

Duties & Responsibilities

A proudly South African JSE-listed financial services group is seeking a Chief Audit Executive to lead the internal audit function at a group level. This role will provide independent objective assurance to the Board and Audit Committee strengthening governance risk management and internal control frameworks.

The successful incumbent will play a strategic role in shaping the audit agenda overseeing complex audits across multiple business units and influencing decision-making at executive and board level within a highly regulated environment.

Expressions of interest are welcomed. Send your CV to

Duties:

Provide independent assurance on governance risk management and internal control effectiveness aligned with the organisations strategic objectives.
Report directly to the Audit Committee on audit plans findings and resource requirements maintaining functional independence.
Develop and execute a comprehensive risk-based audit plan covering underwriting claims actuarial investments IT cybersecurity policy administration and financial reporting.
Oversee high-quality execution of audits in line with IIA Standards ensuring clear actionable reporting and effective follow-up on management actions.
Lead and develop a high-performing internal audit function including team management resource allocation and adoption of effective audit methodologies and systems.
Advise senior leadership on risk mitigation process improvements and compliance influencing strategic decision-making while maintaining independence.
Monitor regulatory compliance and insurance-specific legislative requirements ensuring audit activities address emerging risks and regulatory changes.
Champion combined assurance across internal audit risk compliance actuarial legal and external audit functions to optimise coverage reduce duplication and strengthen governance.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

Qualifications:

Matric (Grade 12)
Bachelors degree in accounting Auditing Risk Finance or a related discipline.
Professional certification such as CIA CA(SA) CISA CFE or an equivalent credential.
Postgraduate degree in Risk Governance Auditing or Business Administration.
Additional certifications in Insurance (e.g. AIS/ACII) Data Analytics or IT Audit.

Experience:

Over 10 years of internal audit experience including a minimum of 5 years in a senior leadership capacity.
Significant exposure to insurance operations is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies:

Strategic thinking and executive leadership.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
High levels of integrity independence and objectivity.
Ability to influence stakeholders and build strong relationships.
Clear and effective executive communication.
Problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Proven ability in leading teams and developing talent.

If you have not had any response in two weeks please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions.

Package & Remuneration

R- R- Annually

Required Experience:

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Reference: JHB003000-KM-1Chief Audit executiveDuties & ResponsibilitiesA proudly South African JSE-listed financial services group is seeking a Chief Audit Executive to lead the internal audit function at a group level. This role will provide independent objective assurance to the Board and Audit Co...