Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) is a talent driven, customer- centric and impact focused organisation. In our endeavour to support technology innovation with socio-economic outcomes; we seek to infuse the organisation with team players that find resonance as value creators, agile thinkers, progressive attitudes, customer-centricity, dynamic work ethic and an optimistic disposition. We aim to harness these attributes in a manner that they culminate into a culture of teamwork, impact and accountability.
In executing its mandate, the organisation provides funding and non-funding support to stimulate innovation so that it provides a catalytic impact to the economy whilst improving people’s lives and protecting the environment. The Agency endeavours to promote the careers of previously disadvantaged persons by applying the principles of the Employment Equity Act, as amended.
Job Purpose:
To perform all phases of Internal Audits in accordance with the Internal Audit methodology, charter, processes and guidelines and compile internal audit reports. To perform timely and accurate internal audits and project / programme / investment audits across TIA.
Qualification
- Minimum: Internal auditing qualification or an undergraduate degree (BCompt / BCom) in accounting/auditing.
- Preferred: Certified Internal Auditor or studying towards certification
Work Experience
- A minimum of two (2) to three (3) years auditing experience in a medium-to-large firm.
- Preferred: Four (4) to five (5) years auditing experience in a medium to large firm.
Job Knowledge and Competencies
- Internal auditing standards and methodology
- Financial analysis and accounting knowledge
- International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA Standards)
- Data analysis techniques
- Analytical thinking
- Communication skills (written and verbal)
- Attention to detail
- Advanced computer literacy skills
- Risk Management
- Internal Control Systems
- Data Analysis and artificial
Financial Perspective
- Assist in ensuring effective risk control measures are applied throughout the organisation to mitigate potential financial losses and risks.
- Perform Project Audits of TIA’s investment/grants to ensure funds that are disbursed by TIA are managed efficiently and effectively, in line with the approved project plan.
- Ensure effective risk control measures are applied throughout the organisation to mitigate potential financial losses and risks
Stakeholder Management
- Liaise with relevant stakeholders during the audit process
- Stakeholder satisfaction feedback survey
- Audit findings are discussed with TIA management wherever appropriate
- Assist in ensuring that audit findings are discussed with TIA management wherever appropriate.
- Participate in events, meetings, workshops and conferences by giving input.
Internal Processes
- Perform all phases of Audits and assist with internal audits in accordance with the Internal Audit charter, methodology, processes, guidelines, best practices and compile internal and project audit reports.
- Identify internal control weaknesses and recommend improvements where necessary.
- Perform audits from planning to completion, including reporting.
- Update the audit findings register in partnership with the relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure that information is recorded on the relevant system (BarnOwl).
- Assist Internal Audit Managers with carrying out Internal Audits in compliance with appropriate legislation and best practice, as defined by the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
- Prepare and finalise Audit Reports for quality review purposes.
Learning and Growth
- KPA’s are understood and achieved as agreed upon in the Performance agreement.
- Review performance against agreed performance standards.
- Live the values and culture of TIA.
- Implement development opportunities to ensure continuous improvement of work effectiveness and efficiency.
- Departmental Information systems and tools are optimally utilized to execute core tasks.
