POSITION:               Manager Internal Audit 

JOB GRADING:       D Upper

DEPARTMENT:       Internal Audit

Role Details

Gold Fields – Corporate Office is seeking a Manager Internal Auditor to join their Internal Audit department that is a values-driven, dynamic leader, with a passion for internal auditing.

Reporting to the Vice President Internal Audit, you will assist in providing the necessary assurances to the Audit Committee of Gold Fields on Corporate Governance, Risk Management and Internal Control by planning, managing executing and reporting on the various assignments on the Annual Audit Plan. The successful candidate will be responsible in ensuring the audit methodology, auditing systems, processes and resources within the Internal Audit Department are in place in terms of the Professional Practices Framework for Internal Auditors and are operating effectively and efficiently. Further, this position would require the successful candidate to take cognizance of applicable legislation and best practice principles, with the ultimate goal and aim to assist in managing the daily activities of the Internal Audit Department in a responsible manner.

About the role:

• Drive implementation and support the evolution of the internal audit strategy as well as annual audit plan taking into account industry trends, technology advances, organisational goals and regulatory expectations.
• Continuously monitor assets to recommend revisions to policies, procedures, and programs.
• Support strategic planning discussions, lead innovation and manage change initiatives within the Internal Audit department.
• Conduct complex audits and monitor audit engagements, ensuring proper coverage and appreciation of auditing principles and practice. Where necessary, carry out investigations of alleged financial mismanagement, loss of assets, or other asset irregularities.
• Manage the quality assurance program in compliance with the standards established by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
• Review audit documentation and review and/or prepare reports for senior management. Present to Senior management the audit results and recommendations for establishing key control points within systems of internal control.
• Provide advisory services to the senior management of the designated jurisdictions/functions of Gold Fields in terms of Governance, Risk and Control. Respond appropriately to management queries in relation to the internal control environment.

About you:

• Hold a CA(SA), or relevant a post-honors qualification  
• Hold a CIA
• Any other relevant certification would be advantageous
• Have more than 10 years’ experience in an oversight role within an internal audit department including forensic and IT auditing
• Have insight of the Minerals Act and BCEA
• Have SAP audit exposure
• Have knowledge of commercial, Company, Tax and VAT Legislation
• Demonstrate above average knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley Legislation
• Be fully proficient in the full Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrate well-developed written (including reports) and verbal communication skills in English.
• Have advance analytical abilities and pay attention to detail.
• Have indisputable integrity and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams.
• Ability to think strategically and align performance management practices with organizational goals.
• Highly proficient at balancing strategic thinking and hands-on operational execution with a focus on quality, consistency, and results/delivery oriented.
• Be declared medically fit for the position and environment, as determined by a risk-based medical examination at the relevant Gold Fields Occupational Health Centre

Applications can be submitted via Success Factors:  

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