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About the Division 

The value that Deloitte Risk Advisory Africa creates for organisations is synonymous with operational excellence.  Governance Regulatory & Risk services help organisations protect and enhance value by managing risks and opportunities, addressing compliance and supporting management and board oversight, including internal audit, through out-of-the-box solutions with the view to turning risks into value-creating opportunities.  

About the Team:

Risk Advisory maximise the performance of internal business operations by identifying, predicting, resolving and mitigating imminent threats and obstacles as well as enhancing the value of these operations. This is done through customised value propositions and solutions for organisations.

Main Purpose of Job:

As an IT Audit Senior Consultant or IT Audit Supervisor, your role will be both to review work of Junior Consultants and delivery of client deliverables which is not limited to review of IT systems and controls. You will be required to stay up to date to provide cutting-edge consulting to our clients.

Key Performance Areas:

• Plan and Perform IT Audits, encompassing mainly the review of general IT controls and application controls;
• Review work of Junior Consultants;
• Be able to comprehend complex business process cycles quickly;
• Interact with client staff and management; obtaining their input and buy-in where necessary;
• Build and maintain relationships with clients;
• Provide insightful tips for remediation and thus providing value add; and
• Report findings at the appropriate levels of management.

Qualification & Experience Required:

• Completed degree (B.Com IT / Informatics, BSc IT / Computer Science or equivalent degree).
• Studying towards CISA qualification is a distinct advantage;
• 1 year accounting and/or auditing experience will be a distinct advantage.
• Minimum 2 years IT Audit experience in a professional services firm;
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint;
• In-depth knowledge of various IT infrastructure, applications and operating systems;
• Understand the relationship between the risk and the control;
• Develop and learn new areas of business processes;
• Able to work effectively as individual or in group;
• Report writing skills are critical; and
• Holder of a valid Drivers License.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Ability to present yourself in a competent and professional manner to the client at all times;
• Conscientious approach to delivering results;
• Active participation and proactive attitude to service delivery;
• Ability to prioritise competing responsibilities;
• Demonstrate lateral thinking skills;
• Demonstrate a broad approach to problem solving;
• Ability to work efficiently and meet all deadlines ;  
• Show enthusiasm towards learning and have a growth mindset; and
• Attention to detail.

We are committed to establishing an environment of continuous learning and enriching career opportunities. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Candidates should be fluent in English and have a valid drivers’ license.

Closing Date:  20 December 2024

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.

Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive.  Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile, depending on operational requirements.

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