Gold Fields is currently seeking a Senior Specialist Internal Auditor to provide quality assurance services to the board, to objectively assess managements' evidence and to provide opinions or conclusions regarding an entity's Governance, Risk and Control processes. Perform complex audits in designated areas (jurisdictions/function/assets) of the organization to identify, and/or recommend solutions to management control problems. Evaluate the operational and/or financial risks and act as a business consultant making recommendations on complex issues.
Key responsibilities include:
Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the system of internal control of the various processes in the organization in line with the Internal Audit Strategy and annual audit plan, as well as ensure compliance with laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
Provide inputs into the development and revision of auditing policies, procedures, and programs and implement the same for designated areas (jurisdictions/function/entity)
Be a champion of good corporate governance, risk management and Internal control for the Gold Fields business
Conduct audits in accordance with audit guidelines and departmental standards and test the financial, operational and/or ICT controls, documenting any weaknesses. Assist with the Planning of the audit activity, by participating in the RACM and compiling the Audit program
Where necessary, carry out investigations of alleged financial mismanagement, loss of assets, or other asset irregularities
Provide insights regarding quantitative and qualitative Governance, Risk and Control processes by means of periodical and ad hoc audit reports and/or analyses. Assure report contents are supported by competent evidential data in line with the standards established by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). Present to line management the audit results and recommendations for establishing key control points within systems of internal control
Manage audit relationships with line management and other internal stakeholders regarding audit reviews and appraisals
Follow-up on audit findings timely
Provide advisory services to the line management of the designated entities of Gold Fields in terms of Governance, Risk and Control. Respond appropriately to management queries in relation to the internal control environment
Involvement in innovation and change initiatives within the Internal Audit department
Key factors to your success include:
Bachelors' Honours Degree
Hold Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Certified Information Systems Auditor
Chartered Accountant preferable
Have at least 5 to 8 years' experience in Internal Audit, post Articles
Have experience in conducting operational audits, IT audit and fraud examinations
Have SAP Audit experience
Have knowledge of operational (for e.g. ISO 31000, COSO, ISO 45001, King IV, etc.) and IT Audit frameworks (for e.g. COBIT, ITIL, ISO2700 etc.)
Prior work or auditing exposure in the Mining environment is beneficial
Have the ability to work under pressure and take initiative
Exhibit a meticulous and well-organised work method
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
Closing Date for Applications: 18 August 2025
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