Head of IT Assurance and Digital Innovation
3 weeks ago
PKF is one of the largest mid-tier accounting networks in the world and in South Africa. This makes us big enough to provide excellent opportunities for your career and personal development. The people within our network sets up apart from our competitors and makes us unique. Together, we are a national family who fully embrace and live our values.
We have 8 independent member firms across South Africa providing high-quality audit, accounting, tax and business advisory solutions. We are looking for someone whose ambition aligns with our ambition to unlock potential for our clients, our people and our communities.
Job Description
The Head of IT Assurance and Digital Innovation will play a crucial role in improving quality within our network and driving digital transformation. The key performance areas of this job include:
IT Audit:
- Develop and implement a risk-based IT audit methodology and plan.
- Performing research and preparing recommendations to the Technical Committee on topical IT Audit matters.
- Preparing guidance for the network on IT Audit technical matters.
- Preparing and/or updating relevant IT audit templates or working paper.
- Performing IT audit technical consults within the network.
- Regular interactions with member firms and discussing topical IT audit matters with the engagement partners and leadership of the member firms.
- Preparing high quality guidance documents/written reports.
- Participating in relevant network related quality initiatives/projects.
- Conduct audits of IT systems, applications, and processes.
- Review and enhance IT policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
- Ensure the effectiveness of data and information controls.
Digital Innovation:
- Lead the development and execution of digital transformation strategies.
- Identify opportunities for leveraging new technologies to improve business processes and customer experiences.
- Manage digital projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and digital initiatives.
- Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in digital innovation.
Requirement
- CA (SA) who trained in public practice (external audit).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in IT audit and digital innovation roles.
- Professional certifications such as CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CRISC (Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control), or CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) are preferred.
- Strong knowledge of IT governance, risk management, and audit practices.
- Proven track record of managing digital projects and driving innovation.
- Advanced risk management and audit skills.
- Strong IT governance and compliance knowledge.
- Proficiency in digital technologies and project management.
- Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.
Attributes
- Unquestionable integrity and objectivity.
- Excellent knowledge of the latest professional standards and pronouncements.
- Proficient in a digital world when working or inspecting relevant areas using IT/IS.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Professional maturity and attitude.
- Deadline driven with high levels of accuracy.
- Excellent time management skills.
- High level of maturity, self-motivated and able to work both alone and in a team.
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