Job Description

Job Title: Senior Internal Control Analyst
Department: Internal Control
Reports To: Internal Control Director SSA
Location: Woodmead Johannesburg South Africa
Job Summary:
The Senior Internal Control Analyst plays a pivotal role in strengthening the company's internal control environment within the South African regulatory landscape. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, evaluating, and monitoring internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR), operational processes, and compliance with local governance standards. The Senior Analyst will work closely with various departments to identify risks, assess control effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement in governance, risk management, and compliance initiatives. This role requires a strong understanding of internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO), local regulatory requirements (e.g., King IV Report on Corporate Governance, Companies Act), and best practices.
Key Responsibilities
Internal Control Design & Implementation:

• Collaborate with process owners to design and implement effective and efficient internal controls across financial, operational, and IT processes, ensuring relevance to the South African business context.
• Ensure controls are adequately designed, aligned with business objectives, and adhere to regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of internal control policies, procedures, and process narratives.

Control Testing & Evaluation:

• Perform independent testing of internal controls to assess their design and operating effectiveness.
• Document test results, identify control deficiencies, and articulate their potential impact on financial reporting and business operations.
• Work with management to develop robust remediation plans for identified control weaknesses and monitor the timely completion of these plans.

Risk Assessment:

• Participate in periodic risk assessments to identify emerging risks and changes in the business environment that could impact internal controls, considering specific South African economic and regulatory factors.
• Translate risk assessment findings into pragmatic control recommendations and process enhancements.

Compliance & Regulatory Adherence:

• Ensure ongoing compliance with relevant internal control frameworks (e.g., COSO) and local regulatory requirements, notably the King IV Report on Corporate Governance principles, the Companies Act (No. 71 of 2008), and other relevant financial sector regulations.
• Stay abreast of changes in accounting standards (IFRS), local regulatory requirements, and industry best practices related to internal controls in South Africa.

Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare clear, concise, and impactful reports on the status of internal controls, control deficiencies, and remediation efforts for management, internal audit leadership, and potentially governance committees.
• Facilitate discussions with process owners and stakeholders regarding control effectiveness and necessary improvements.
• Provide training and guidance to process owners on internal control concepts and their responsibilities.

Process Improvement & Advisory:

• Identify opportunities for process automation, standardization, and efficiency gains within the internal control landscape.
• Act as a subject matter expert and provide advisory support to business units on internal control matters, new system implementations, and process changes.

Project Management:

• Lead or support internal control-related projects, such as system implementations, M&A integrations, or new business initiatives, ensuring controls are embedded from the outset.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Risk Management, Finance, Internal Audit. An honours degree is a plus.
• Certifications: Professional certification such as Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or equivalent is highly preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 4-6 years of progressive experience in internal audit, internal controls, risk management, or public accounting (audit role) within South Africa.
• Experience in a large, complex organization, preferably within a regulated industry (e.g., financial services, consumer goods, telecommunications), is a strong asset.
• Experience in manufacturing environment is an added advantage

Required Skills & Competencies
Technical Proficiency:

• Expert knowledge of internal control principles and methodologies (COSO framework).
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS) and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in audit software, GRC tools (e.g., SAP GRC, Workiva), and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel and PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and their inherent controls.

Analytical & Problem-Solving:

• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to identify complex problems, evaluate options, and propose effective solutions, considering the local business environment.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy.

Communication & Interpersonal:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences, including senior management.
• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building effective working relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to influence without direct authority.

Organizational & Time Management:

• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong work ethic.

Ethical Conduct:

• Unquestionable integrity, objectivity, and commitment to ethical conduct, aligned with professional standards in South Africa.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and take pride in a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition or disability. We adhere to all local Labour Relations legislation.
Closing Date: 19 November 2025

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