Generalist Auditor

Job Req ID

7725

Closing Date

28 February 2025

OME

CML: Assurance

Location

Sasolburg 

Purpose of Job

Manage and execute generalist audits of Sasol Group, which include the use of data analytics where relevant and provide subject matter expertise for internally executed audits; monitor the quality of executed audits against Sasol Assurance Services Operating Manual (SASOM). Manage audit budget as well as resources allocation on assigned audit tasks when required and ensure timely reporting

Key Accountabilities

• Compile and review planning memorandums and audit programs, re-direct focus to high risk areas, and follow-up on meeting strategic objectives.

• Execute data analytics for audits within area of responsibility in line with all Sasol business policies, processes and works instructions, and in adherence to applicable laws, regulations in the specific jurisdictions associated with the audits conducted.

• Execute risk based audits by identifying risks and weaknesses and ensuring that processes and systems comply with applicable policies, standards, statutory and regulatory requirements and to assess whether business objectives are achieved.

• Manage and execute planned and ad-hoc audits (own and managed audits) as well as resources in line with planned budgetary requirements and set timelines to contribute to the completion of the integrated risk based annual assurance plan (IRBAAP).

• Conduct audits to provide assurance that the internal system controls established by management to safeguard assets and liabilities of the company are adequately designed and operating effectively.

• Ensure the submission of factual and timely reports (own and managed) within the required reporting protocol, and integrate changes as required from stakeholder feedback.

• Ensure that all audit working papers including the evidence supporting audit report findings and results are adequately captured/ documented.

• Review audit reports and working papers of audits managed when requested by Senior Manager.

• Plan, manage, execute and report on overseas audits or regional audits when required.

• Conduct quality peer reviews and adhere to quality improvement practices.

• Complete task assessments of all team members of audits managed and take appropriate corrective actions.

• Contribute to the compilation of reports to the Group Executive Committee, Governance Committees, Executive Committees and Sasol Limited Audit Committee.

• Monitor progress against annual audit plan, identify significant governance issues, and escalate to top management as required.

• Engage with relevant stakeholders and provide specialist advice.

• Contribute to the development and drive implementation of the integrated risk based annual assurance plan.

• Keep up to date with and share knowledge in respect of new/ emerging developments in the internal audit profession and technological solutions.

• Execute and provide support non-audit activities as allocated.

Formal Education

University Bachelor’s Degree

Working Experience

Certification

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Chartered Accountant – CA(SA) certifications are advantageous.

Required Personal and Professional Skills