Internal Auditor Data Analysis- University of the Free State x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Internal Auditor Data Analysis (Post Level 9)
- Job ID: 6601 (2289)
- Company: University of the Free State (UFS)
- Department: Internal Audit – Vice-Chancellor and Principal
- Location: Bloemfontein Campus, Free State
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Occupational Level: Junior Management
- Closing Date: 9 October 2026
- Assumption of Duties: As soon as possible
- Salary: Available on request
Job Overview
The University of the Free State is looking for an Internal Auditor Data Analysis professional to support risk-based internal auditing through data analytics, continuous auditing and technology-driven assurance. The role involves conducting internal audits, analysing institutional data, identifying risks and control weaknesses, and developing audit analytics, dashboards and automated testing procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and conduct risk-based internal audit engagements.
- Develop audit objectives, scopes, programmes and testing procedures.
- Perform operational, financial, compliance and performance audits.
- Evaluate governance, risk management and internal control systems.
- Identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies and non-compliance.
- Prepare audit working papers and document supporting evidence.
- Develop practical recommendations and draft audit findings and reports.
- Conduct follow-up audits and monitor implementation of corrective actions.
- Extract, validate, analyse and interpret institutional data.
- Support continuous auditing and risk-based audit planning through data analytics.
- Develop and apply audit analytics, dashboards, automated tests, trend analysis and anomaly detection.
- Use tools such as Power BI, ACL, IDEA, SQL and Excel.
- Assess strategic, operational, financial, compliance and technology risks.
- Identify control gaps, emerging risks and potential fraud indicators.
- Present audit findings, recommendations and data-driven insights to management.
- Contribute to advisory services and committee reporting.
- Support improvements in Internal Audit methodologies, automation, quality assurance and emerging technologies.
- Contribute to special investigations and forensic analytics while maintaining independence and objectivity.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma at NQF Level 7 in:
- Internal Auditing
- Accounting
- Finance
- Information Systems
- Data Analytics
- Related field
- At least 2 years’ relevant experience in internal auditing, audit analytics, data analytics or a related assurance environment.
- Experience applying data analytics to audit or assurance engagements.
- Experience working with ERP systems, databases and/or business information systems.
Recommended Qualifications & Experience
- CIA, CISA or equivalent professional certification, or currently studying towards such certification.
- Certification in Data Analytics, Power BI, SQL, ACL Analytics, IDEA or related fields.
- Experience developing or executing automated audit tests and data analytics procedures.
Key Competencies
- Strong results orientation and ability to overcome obstacles.
- Planning and strategic thinking skills.
- Strong analytical and logical problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to follow rules, policies and work regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- High levels of motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
- Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build professional relationships and work with stakeholders.
- Ability to make decisions through consultation and collaboration.
Benefits
Subject to applicable conditions, UFS offers:
- Pension scheme
- Medical aid scheme
- Group life insurance
- Housing allowance
- Leave and sick leave
- Service bonus
- Study benefits
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website. Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
Applicants must submit:
- Detailed CV
- Copies of qualifications or official proof of qualifications
- SAQA accreditation for foreign qualifications, where applicable
- Copy of South African ID or passport for foreign nationals
- Confirmation of employment for external applicants, such as an employment letter, appointment contract, service certificate or recent payslip
- Proof of relevant professional certifications where applicable
Important: The application system allows a maximum of eight attachments. Applicants are advised to merge documents where necessary to avoid upload issues.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.