Chief Audit Executive x1
Job Details
Job Title: Chief Audit Executive
Location: Bloemfontein
Division / Business Unit: Bloemfontein Office / CE Office
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Not specified
Closing Date: 02 April 2026
Minimum Experience Level: Executive / Senior Management
Industry: Utilities
Functional Area: Accounting / Auditing
EE Status: Only open to Employment Equity candidates
Job Purpose
The Chief Audit Executive provides strategic leadership and oversight of internal audit functions, ensuring integrity, compliance, and efficiency across Vaal Central Water operations.
This role involves risk-based auditing, governance support, and financial oversight, reporting directly to executive management and the board.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or BTech in Accounting or Internal Auditing
Minimum 8 years senior management experience in finance or auditing
Professional registration: CA (Chartered Accountant) or CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)
Knowledge of internal auditing standards, accounting principles, and auditing software
Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills
Understanding of legislation governing public entities (PFMA, Treasury Regulations, King IV, SCM frameworks)
Valid driver’s license
Experience in water sector is an added advantage
Key Competencies
Strategic leadership and decision-making
High-level analytical and diagnostic ability
Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
Ethical conduct, independence, and sound judgment
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
Develop and implement internal audit strategies aligned to organizational objectives
Establish internal control frameworks across all operational regions
Internal Audit Management
Lead risk-based audit planning, execution, and resource management
Oversee co-sourced audit model and ensure independence and value for money
Review and approve audit methodologies, working papers, and reports
Ensure actionable insights to strengthen control effectiveness
Stakeholder Engagement & Assurance
Maintain relationships with Executive Management, Audit Committee, and Board
Coordinate internal and external audits for integrated assurance
Communicate audit outcomes, risks, and recommendations clearly
Monitor implementation of audit findings
Financial Governance & Compliance
Develop and manage the internal audit budget
Provide assurance on financial management, SCM processes, and compliance
Support risk management and identify emerging risks
Reporting & Governance Support
Prepare quarterly and annual internal audit reports
Contribute to Annual Reports, Shareholder Compacts, and governance instruments
Ensure compliance with confidentiality, ethics, and statutory principles
People Leadership
Manage internal audit team and ensure high performance
Foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and continuous improvement
Key Notes
Senior executive role with strategic responsibility over internal audit and governance
Requires deep expertise in finance, auditing, and compliance within public entities
Strong focus on leadership, governance, and stakeholder management