Audit Portfolio Manager: Finance
- Johannesburg, Gauteng
- Permanent
- Full-time
To conduct internal audit assignments and manage stakeholder relationships to ensure Financial Risk within Nedbank Group is mitigated in accordance with Nedbank Group standards. The Audit Portfolio Manager will look after the Financial Risk Portfolio of the Group specifically Accounting, Financial and Taxation (AFT) risk.Job ResponsibilitiesThe Audit Portfolio Manager, in the discharge of his/her duties, shall be accountable for:
- Audit Planning & Risk-Based Scoping -Develop and execute audit plans aligned with strategic risks. Prioritize audits based on risk assessments across Nedbank Group.
- Internal Controls & Risk Management- Evaluate the design and effectiveness of controls over financial reporting. Identify control gaps and recommend remediation strategies.
- Audit Execution & Supervision- Conduct fieldwork, test controls, and document findings. Prepare audit workpapers and ensure adherence to GIA audit methodology and internal audit standards.
- Reporting & Communication- Prepare detailed audit reports for senior management as well as committee reporting. Communicate findings clearly and constructively to business units and risk owners.
- Stakeholder Engagement- Build relationships with key stakeholders including Finance, Operations, Risk and Compliance. Provide advisory support on control enhancements and risk mitigation.
- Follow-Up & Issue Tracking- Monitor and validate the implementation of audit recommendations. Escalate unresolved issues that pose significant risk to the bank.
- Technology & Data Analytics- Leverage audit tools and data analytics to enhance audit coverage and efficiency.
- Team Development & Leadership- Mentor junior auditors and support professional development. Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- CA (SA)
- At least 6 years banking audit experience in:
Data analytics
- Articles completed in the Big Four (Banking and Capital Markets Sector)
- Audit standards and practices
- Accounting standards
- Banking knowledge (Financial and Operational Processes)
- Internal Controls
- Audit tools and data analytics
- Information technology
- Business writing skills
- Business Acumen
- Managing Work
- Monitoring Information
- Building Partnerships
- Quality Orientation
- Continuous Improvement
- Work Standards
- Courage
- Adaptability