DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The internal auditor will be responsible for providing independent and objective evaluations of the Groups financial and operational activities.

1. Store audits will be conducted in Western and Eastern Cape and other sites as directed by the internal audit management. Audits will also entail the DC warehouse
2. They will be responsible for: Developing and implementing audit programmes in line with the Groups Departmental SOPs
3. Planning audits across the Groups different finance and operations departments
4. Updating the internal audit plan to ensure adequate financial and operational controls
5. Performing audits and testing as needed to identify and resolve any vulnerabilities
6. Reporting on audit findings and provide recommendations for weaknesses identified
7. Report on Group wide compliance in relation to local and national laws and regulations
8. Collaborating with cross-functional departments to understand the scope of audits required
9. Oversight of the Groups master policies, practices and processes
10. Stakeholder Management – Be able to communicate professionally & effectively with other HOD’s and executive management
11. Need to be able to analyse data and identify patterns and trends that could indicate potential issues
12. Need to be able to effectively communicate with team members, management, and other stakeholders to convey audit findings and recommendations
13. Need to have a keen eye for detail and be able to spot discrepancies and anomalies in financial records and other documents
14. Need to have a strong understanding of risk management principles and be able to identify and assess risks to the organization

REQUIREMENTS: 

1. A Diploma/ Bachelor’s degree in internal auditing, accounting or finance
2. Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience as an internal auditor
3. Valid driver’s licence
4. Own vehicle
5. Extensive travel to sites
6. Overnight stays – When necessary
7. Proven track record
8. Retail/ QSR background would be advantageous
9. Experienced in internal audit software and AI applications
10. Point of sales (POS) knowledge (EG. GAAP, Micros, etc.)
11. Microsoft Excel and Word – advanced
12. Investigative skills