Internal Auditor – Operational Risk
Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Job SummaryTo monitor the risk profile of the business and execute audit assignments in accordance with the Group Audit Plan and Internal Audit methodology, relevant policies, procedures and quality standards.
Job Description
Audit planning
- Participate in the Annual Audit Planning cycle, provide input by taking into account the risk and control profile, business strategy and material risks affecting the business.
Assurance
- Develop an in-depth knowledge of Absa and the various business areas and use this knowledge to execute on assurance responsibilities.
- 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).
- 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.
Teamwork
- 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
Relationship and Portfolio management:
- Provide Operational Risk subject matter expert (SME) guidance to wider Internal Audit teams on internal audits, which have an Operational Risk impact.
- Business Monitoring and stakeholder engagement – Develop and maintain relationships with business (including 1and 2 Line of Defense) and actively monitor the risk profile of the business to inform audit planning, reporting and audit delivery. Support the Combined Assurance effort across the 3 LOD to strengthen the control environment.
- Provide input into Risk and Committee reporting, clear messaging and impact on the risk and control environment of the business.
Knowledge Management
- Display professional skepticism and apply a residual risk lens to potential audit issues with management and in final reporting.
- Continuous upskilling on both technical and other core competencies.
- Keeping up to date with industry trends, regulatory changes and professional standards.
- 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
Education and Experience Required
- Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
- B Degree (Commercial, Accounting)
- B Degree Honours (Commercial, Accounting)
- CA (SA), CIA or relevant qualification
- Relevant banking industry qualification (e.g. SA Institute of Bankers)
- 3 to 4 years’ experience in Internal/External audit or commensurate experience in a major financial institution
- 3 years’ Operational Risk Management experience
- Strong knowledge of Basel IV
- Big 4 Completed Articles experience
- Banking experience either gained through auditing or risk management
EducationBachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised
End Date: December 3, 2025
Location: Johannesburg
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Internal Auditor – Personal and Private Banking
Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Job SummaryAbsa Group Internal Audit is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP) – Internal Auditor to join the Personal and Private Banking (PPB) audit team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of high-quality assurance across PPB portfolios, with a strong emphasis on automated auditing techniques, data analytics, and technology risk.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for executing audit assignments, supporting strategic initiatives, and driving innovation within the PPB team. The role requires a proactive individual with strong technical capabilities, stakeholder engagement skills, and a passion for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
1. Compliance & Methodology
- Ensure all activities are conducted in full compliance with regulatory requirements, the Absa Enterprise-Wide Risk Management Framework, Internal Audit (IA) Policies and Standards, IA Mandate, and IA Methodology.
- Apply IA methodology and quality standards consistently across all phases of audit delivery, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and issue validation.
2. Audit Execution & Delivery
- Deliver high-quality audit work assigned by the Audit Manager, with minimal supervision, focusing on key risks and control effectiveness.
- Assist the Audit Manager in planning and executing audit fieldwork and reporting, ensuring alignment with audit objectives and methodology.
- Document all audit working papers accurately, ensuring they reflect the work performed and support conclusions drawn.
- Ensure audit observations and management actions are factually agreed and supported by evidence, applying professional skepticism and agile auditing principles.
- Perform issue validation testing and document results in accordance with IA methodology.
3. Business & Industry Knowledge
- Continuously develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of the Personal and Private Banking business and broader banking industry, including technical and regulatory developments.
- Participate in training sessions, coaching, self-learning, and external workshops to enhance professional knowledge and share insights with colleagues.
4. Stakeholder Engagement
- Build and maintain effective relationships with key audit contacts during audits and business monitoring activities.
- Present audit insights, methodology updates, and relevant developments at stakeholder meetings and forums.
- Engage proactively with wider Internal Audit colleagues to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
5. Data Analytics & Innovation
- Support audit teams with the development and execution of complex and insightful data analytics tests.
- Identify and deliver analytics solutions that enhance audit coverage and efficiency.
- Develop sustainable and reusable data analytics models, programs, and dashboards to support audit delivery.
- Build and maintain common datasets regularly required by audit teams.
- Provide training to audit staff on the development and execution of basic analytics programs.
6. Strategic Contribution
- Actively contribute to reporting for relevant Personal and Private Banking Risk Committees.
- Support annual planning activities for Personal and Private Banking and the broader Internal Audit plan.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Auditing, Accounting, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or equivalent professional certification.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in internal audit, risk management, or governance within financial services.
- Practical experience in automated auditing and data analytics, including tools such as SQL, Python, Power BI, ACL, IDEA, or similar.
- Exposure to general technology audits and Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs).
- Strong documentation, reporting, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Key Competencies
- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of digital banking, data governance, and core banking operations.
- Automated Auditing: Proficient in developing and executing automated audit routines and continuous monitoring.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret complex data and identify control gaps.
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaboration: Effective team player with cross-functional engagement capabilities.
- Innovation: Embraces new technologies and contributes to audit transformation.
- Leadership: Demonstrates initiative, supports team development, and contributes to strategic outcomes.
EducationBachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised
Location: Johannesburg
Closing: December 3, 2025
Senior Finance Manager- Cost and Performance
Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Job SummaryDevelop tactical strategy and delivery plans, formulate associated practice/s and ensure operational implementation and adoption i.t.o. finance & performance management methodology, governance and delivery objectives.
Job Description
Financial & Performance Reporting:
- Prepare financial and performance reports, both management and adhoc, by coordinating the execution of the day to day and general accounting functions in order to enable decision making.
- Present monthly reports by ensuring the completeness, accuracy and relevance of the information to be presented to enable Group Finance Management Team to make informed decisions.
- Prepare, sign off and discuss the short term plan (STP), medium term plan(MTP) and rolling forecast(RAF) and budgets with the relevant stakeholders to enable consolidation into Finance forecast and budget.
- Work with the team to consolidate the financial plans generated by MTP, STP and RAF and sense check the consolidations prior to recommending approval by the Head of Group Finance
Advisory Support:
- Provide advice and support to management on financial risks that might have an impact on profitability by discussing at regular intervals all financial related matters
Financial Control and Compliance:
- Sign off on the quarterly supplementary schedules and attestation to Group Finance prepared by the relevant staff in the prescribed format.
- Maintain appropriate internal controls in line with Absa group policy by reviewing regularly all variance reports and other reports where applicable.
- Interact with the Internal and External Audit team and provide necessary information as and when required
- Ensure cost centre Managers comply with all regulations and policies when reflecting the financial position of the business
Stakeholder Management:
- Communicate financial policies, procedures, standards and guidelines to the Senior Business Manager and Group Finance Management Team.
- Support projects by developing the financial component of the business case that is created by the management team to actively track and change benefits and costs of the project.
- Provide strong support to the operational team by having regular meetings with to share financial performance.
Executive Administration:
- Prepare the key themes, presentations and reviews for the Senior Business Manager and assist with detailed content when required.
- Ensure that presentations are packaged to reflect the business unit’s brand and the Senior Business Manager’s preferred style. Screen requests for meetings or events to be attended by the Senior Business Manager and determine which ones would be appropriate for personal attendance and which ones should be delegated to other managers in the business unit. Sign off proposals, quotes, invoices etc. based on the mandate delegated by the Senior Business Manager.
Minimum Requirements
- CA (SA) or CIMA not Negotiable
- Minimum 6 years Cost management experience in a financial services environment – Not Negotiable
- Min 6+ years professional financial management experience
- Min 5+ years Banking Experience at a middle management level
EducationPostgraduate Degrees and Professional Qualifications: Financial Sciences (Required)
Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised
Location: Johannesburg
Closing: December 12, 2025
Manager Project
Bring your possibility to life! Define your career with us
With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Job Description: Project Management: Monitors the progression of a project at every stage and ensure that the objectives of a project are meet | Quality Assurance: Maintain a desired level of quality in a service or product, especially by means of attention to every stage of the process of delivery or production | Meeting deadlines: Completes task timeously | Stakeholder management: Ensure that stakeholders are identified and engaged.
Qualifications: Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas – Business, Commerce and Management Studies, Customer Excellence – Service Delivery (Meets all of the requirements), Digital familiarity (Meets some of the requirements and would need further development), Enabling team success (Meets all of the requirements), Openness to change (Meets some of the requirements and would need further development), Planning and organising (Meets all of the requirements), Project and Programme Management (Meets all of the requirements), Project Management
Closing: Not stated
Location: Johannesburg