Senior Auditor: IT & Application Controls

Senior Auditor: IT & Application ControlsCape Town, Western Cape, South AfricaSenior Auditor: IT & Application ControlsA position as a Senior Auditor exists within Group Internal Audit: Santam Corporate Services, based in the Cape Town office.To conduct various types of assurance and consulting reviews with the primary focus on IT and Application Control audits across the Santam Group (Santam Ltd, subsidiaries, brokers, portfolio managers, underwriting agencies and partners). This will be done in accordance with the annual audit plan approved by Santam's Audit Committee and conducted in terms of International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Audit. The role requires someone with strong IT skills as well as the ability to engage the IT and IS personnel and be comfortable engaging on concepts related to application and database architectures & infrastructure as well as complex business processes. The role also requires a person who can apply our risk-based methodology, as well as lead and manage multiple audit assignments and work independently. What will make you successful in this role?To conduct risk-based technology focussed (IT) audit assignments ultimately to contribute to delivering on the internal audit plan approved by Santam's Group Audit Committee. This could include general computer control reviews, application control reviews and reviews of IT controls within the various business processes such as application and data interfaces as well as pre and post-implementation reviews with a focus on application controls.Assignment work entails assignment planning, execution, reporting and audit follow up work (where applicable) including the following activities:Performing risk and control assessments;Developing, executing and in some cases, reviewing audit procedures;Preparing audit findings and unpacking root causes with management;Compiling an audit report and workshopping practical action plans with various levels of management which will support the achievement of the Santam Group's and our business partners strategic and financial objectives;Ensuring that audit work is documented on GIA's audit software tool and adheres to the required quality standards; andEnsuring that audit work is completed within time and cost budgets.Assist in reporting to various audit, risk & related committees.Provide input into annual audit planning.Follow up on audit issues raised and provide input into the reports to the audit committee and other relevant governance structures.Maintain quality standards in terms of the audit methodology, approach and documentation.Supporting and mentoring junior / trainee auditors.Client relationship management with internal Santam stakeholders as well as external stakeholders, with a focus on Information Security functions.Championing Internal Audit's role in the organisation by serving as GIA's representative at relevant, key Santam forums.National travelling to Santam offices and partners may be required.Qualification and ExperienceMore than 4 years' experience in an audit/ consulting/ risk management/ governance or similar operations function and demonstrable exposure as per the job description.Experienced in performing IT general, application controls and similar types of audits across a range of environments.Solid understanding of traditional business processes and how they interact at an application and database level.An advanced understanding of internal audit disciplines, methodologies and practices.Experience in the insurance industry is preferred.Progress towards or completed CISA, CRISC, or similar.Good understanding of relevant security and control frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, COSO, OWASP, CIS & similar frameworks.Experience with industry leading audit software packages would be advantageous.SkillsVery strong numerical, analytical and conceptual skills Analytical ability and logical reasoningUnderstanding of key controls and risk management principlesStrong time managementExcellent interpersonal, communication and networking skillsRelationship management (Strong client service orientation)Facilitation skills and ability to influence individuals, groups and teamsStrong verbal and written communication skillsConflict management and negotiation skillsAbility to work effectively in a team as well as by yourselfCore Competencies Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others Customer focus - Contributing through others Drives results - Contributing through others Collaborates - Contributing through others Being resilient - Contributing through others About The CompanySantam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. We are a large, diversified, expanding and transforming company and whilst based in South Africa, we are rapidly moving into a number of emerging markets, both in Africa and Asia. Our success is rooted in our passion for our clients and everything we do is centered on our delivery of Insurance Good and Proper. We're about people. People drive our business so it follows that we want to recruit the best people possible whether they work for us permanently or for a short time as temporary employees. At Santam, we are committed to transformation and embracing diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse workplace with employment equity as a key goal to create an inclusive workforce, representative of the demographics of our society. In achieving our employment equity goals, we give preference to applicants from the designated groups in alignment with the Divisions Employment Equity targets. Our recruitment process Our vacancies are advertised between 3-5 days depending on the market availability of the skills required. Our recruitment process Step 2Could take a couple of days depending on the volume and the screening process, which various according to the complexity of the role. Our recruitment process Long listed candidates are sent to the hiring manager to review and consider for the next stage of the selection process. Our recruitment process Telephonic screeningStep 4Candidates may be contacted for a short screening interview to get to know them better and to ask any clarity seeking questions. Our recruitment process Your interviewStep 5We use a competency interview model. Interview dates will be confirmed via e-mail. During the interview you will be introduced to the panel and the process will be explained. Remain calm and sell yourself. This is our opportunity to match your skills to the job. You only get one shot! Our recruitment process AssessmentStep 6Should we like what you bring to the table, depending on the job you are being considered for, you may be invited to complete a psychometric assessment. Further employment checks are conducted the ensure the validity of your credentials. Our recruitment process Step 7Prior to an offer being made, there may be a second interview to meet with the Head of Department.Should there be a need for any further interviews, be sure to bring the same charm that got you through your first interview. Our recruitment process OnboardingStep 8You made it. Here we ensure we receive all your documents to get you onto our payroll system.TIPS & TRICKSGetting ready for your interviewThere is not just one way to be successful at Santam, nor is there one way to interview with us. Interviewing is a two-way process - it helps us learn about you, and it helps you learn about us, our people, and what you could do here.Santam has been officially recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer 2023 for excellence in people practices. This is the seventh consecutive year that we have achieved this accolade.

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