Auditor

• Develop an in-depth knowledge of the methodology, by attending training sessions and using knowledge gained during audits, use this proactively in executing audit activities.
• Actively participate in all the audit phases - planning and scoping (identification of risks and controls), fieldwork (execution of design and operating effectiveness assessments) and reporting (ensure audit observations and planned actions are agreed with management for factual accuracy).
• Deliver as assigned by the Audit Manager / Head of Audit work to a high quality and in accordance with the requirements of the Quality Assurance scorecard.
• Assist the Audit Manager with planning and execution of Design Effectiveness and Operating Effectives Testing, uniformly applying the methodology and quality standards, focusing the work on key risks, with minimum supervision from the audit manager.
• Assist the Audit Manager in defining and maintain a risk based internal audit plan that supports the achievement of Absa's objectives.
• Support Audit Manager with Data Management Risk SME review of planning documents, fieldwork, issues and report where applicable per agreed timelines.
• Support Audit Manager with Quarterly risk reporting and contribution from a data risk, issues MI and audits MI perspective.
• Ensure delivery adheres to the audit methodology and quality standards.
• Identify opportunities for using Data Analytics and enhanced automated auditing techniques.
• Prepare audit observations and make sure that they are concise, factually accurate and cover all of the significant issues.
• The observations must be insightful, address the root causes, and have agreed actions that fully mitigate the risk.
• Develop an in-depth knowledge of Absa and the various business areas and use this knowledge to assess risks and controls through identifying, assessing and documenting risks and controls within these processes.
• Display professional scepticism, raising and discussing contentious observations with management and provide evidence to support all issues identified.
• Provide feedback to the Audit Manager and audit team with progress and observations raised during the audit by communicating honestly, frequently and effectively.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with fellow auditors.
• Participate fully and be supportive in all audits by providing assistance to the team where required.
• Be quick to learn and seek opportunities to share this knowledge with colleagues.
• Continue to update awareness of risk issues and changes across selected business units from interaction with management and provide feedback to the Audit Manager.
• Assist in the induction of new joiners, mentoring less experienced team members.
• Proactively take on additional tasks as requested by the Head of Audit – which may include managing Issue Assurance and production of team Management Information.
• Improve technical knowledge through self-learning or training including mandatory Continuous Professional Education requirements.
• Develop and enhance learning through seeking coaching, training and continual feedback.
• Acquisition of knowledge of the bank’s governance policies and standards, and data management requirements in execution of the collection, preparation, input, processing, output and storage of data across all business units.
• Assist the Audit Manager where required, in the drafting of the audit report in line with methodology requirements and as per the requirements of the Balanced Scorecard.
• Develop and maintain relationships with accountable management on each audit.
• Present effectively at stakeholder meetings and forums (e.g., Risk and Governance forums) to share knowledge and information including methodology, standards, changes and new developments with business stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
• Support other audit teams in identifying data management risk and/or assessing business unit adherence to the bank’s data management policies & standards.
• Provide oversight over the implementation of data governance policies, standards and processes, data quality and metadata concepts for all the data management disciplines in scope for Absa Africa Group.
• Provide assurance over the application of sound / best practice principles of data governance, and in accordance with data management policies, processes and regulatory requirements.
• Engage proactively with Internal Audit colleagues during assignments and request technical assistance where required and based on knowledge of business areas, provide guidance to other auditors and peers by sharing best practice so that their work meets and sometimes exceeds quality standards.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key audit contacts on each audit by attending continuous stakeholder meetings. In addition, engage closely with stakeholders during assignments and encourage open discussion and interaction with business on the risks associated in their environment.

Internal Auditor, Data Assurance

• work closely with other internal teams across the Globe
• gain access to training, real-world projects, and mentorship
• collaborate to deliver quality assurance services

Lead Auditor, ISO 13485

• Independently evaluate parts and final vehicles against VWAG Konzern audit standards.
• Randomly select audit units and assess product quality within Press, Body, and Paint Shops.
• Present daily audit findings and results to QA and Production Unit Heads during Shopfloor Management meetings.
• Highlight product and part deficiencies during VFF, PVS, and O‑Series phases to prevent fault points prior to SOP.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability of implemented corrective actions.
• Conduct monthly audits of Audit Black Bodies from Press and Body Shops and report deficiencies to management.
• Apply and defend Konzern audit standards objectively and without influence during fault allocation discussions.
• Perform root cause analysis and coordinate cross‑functional corrective actions for Body, Paint, Sealer, Corrosion, and Safety issues.
• Support problem resolution by creating problem sheets and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Audit new part introductions during trial builds to prevent future line stoppages.
• Compile and distribute daily, weekly, and monthly quality reports for management and quality forums.
• Participate in international Ringvergleich (comparison) audits and provide training based on learnings.
• Provide training to new Product Quality Auditors and Production Inspectors in line with Konzern guidelines.
• Liaise with overseas counterparts and suppliers to resolve quality and build issues.

Product Quality Auditor

• Deliver on work assigned by the Audit Manager to a high quality and in accordance with the requirements of the IA Methodology.
• Assist the Audit Manager with planning and execution of fieldwork and also during reporting phase, uniformly applying the methodology and quality standards, focusing the work on key risks, with minimum supervision from the audit manager
• Perform design and operating effectiveness testing (DEA/OET), applying professional scepticism and sound audit judgement.
• Identify control weaknesses, assess root causes and impacts, and raise clear, factual and value‑adding audit observations.
• Proactively support Issue Assurance / validation testing in line with methodology requirements.
• Apply data analytics and Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs), where appropriate, to support risk assessment, control testing and audit conclusions.
• Interpret management information, reports and datasets to corroborate findings, identify trends/exceptions and support fact‑based discussions with stakeholders.
• Use audit tools and available digital solutions to enhance audit coverage, efficiency and insight, and identify opportunities for audit process improvement or automation.
• Prepare high‑quality audit working papers that accurately reflect work performed, evidence obtained and conclusions reached, in line with methodology standards.
• Draft audit issues and contribute to audit reports that are concise, balanced, risk‑focused and suitable for senior management and risk committee audiences.
• Ensure audit observations and agreed management actions are factually accurate and supported by sufficient, appropriate evidence.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with business management, second‑line functions and Internal Audit colleagues throughout the audit lifecycle.
• Communicate audit progress, key risks and issues clearly, constructively and in a timely manner.
• Engage openly with stakeholders to discuss control effectiveness and factual accuracy of findings.
• Maintain an up‑to‑date understanding of Business Banking activities, emerging risks and regulatory developments.

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