Specialist - Data Analytics

3 days ago

Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

**Job Advert Summary**:
To execute the internal audit methodology and a risk based audit approach when performing start to end internal audit duties across all Hollard internal, partner, broker, administrator, binder and underwriting relationships and functions both nationally and internationally with a high focus on **data analytics**

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Build rapport with process owners and stakeholders

Build mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders

Establishes a clear set of standards for others to work within and provide the necessary guidance

Practice effective communication skills

FINANCIAL

Manage time in line with the allocated budget and communicate any potential delays or overruns

Identify and communicate overruns and inefficiencies

Identify, monitor and communicate overruns and inefficiencies

PROCESS

Conduct audits in accordance with approved Internal Audit methodology

Manage client interaction for allocated areas of scope

Attend audit team kick-off and close-out meetings

Prepare process analysis documentation -medium complexity processes

Prepare the data analytics audit program that is aligned to the Risk and Control Matrix (RCM) of the audit -high complexity processes

Conduct data analytics fieldwork using relevant tools including ACL and SQL.

Develop data analytics scripts for continuous monitoring purposes

Draft business understanding documents and related flow charts of allocated scope area for manager review

Conduct fieldwork and testing to the required standard

Develop and utilise a sound understanding of business processes, risks and controls including relevant regulatory and accounting issues

Identification of process, information and control gaps and seek additional information if necessary

Ensure that information generated is accurate, valid and comprehensive prior to review and/or reporting

Documenting findings and discussion with client in terms of factual correctness - asks for support where necessary

Draft and discuss own findings for inclusion in audit reports

Take responsibility to clear and finalise all own reported findings/reporting points

Review own working papers for quality and completeness before sending to Audit Manager for review

Ensure all review queries are cleared within reasonable timeframe-expectation 48 hours

Focus on problem solving/high risk areas during the audit

Communicate any delays or difficulties experienced for corrective action

Track audit process status for allocated section and effectively communicate any anticipated challenges, delays, etc

Communicates knowledge gained throughout the audit engagement and/or otherwise with the team members

Follow-up and update internal audit findings tracking document

HUMAN RESOURCES

Attend scheduled training

Live the Hollard Way

Take responsibility for own career and performance management

Contribute to training ideas and/or potential training deficiencies

Contribute to the social committee and attend social activities

**Required Knowledge and Experience**:
3-5 years related audit experience, of which a minimum of 2 years in data analytics

**Knowledge**

Risk based auditing methodology

Corporate governance e.g. King III; Companies Act; etc

IIA standards

General business and financial understanding

Insurance knowledge - understand processes, risks and controls -an advantage

Understanding of IT, data and privacy related legislation and regulation

**Skills**

Stakeholder management

Conflict management

Resourcing

Effective written and verbal communication skills -business acumen

Risk management

Process optimisation and workflow analysis

Report writing

Audit Planning

Project management

Deductive reasoning

Documentation skills

Time management

Root cause analysis

Basic programming and ability to interpret source code

Technical audit: audit standards, methodology and risk based approach

**Core Competencies**

Resilience

Drive and autonomy

Collaboration and knowledge transfer

Analytical thinking and problem solving

Numerical and quantitative

Implementing and executing -completing

Continuous self-improvement and learning

Agility and multi-tasking

**Technical Competencies**

Excel (Advanced)

Ability to perform analytics using tools such as IDEA and ACL-Advanced

Ability to script using analytical tools such as IDEA, ACL, etc. intermediate

SQL queries (intermediate

Continuous Monitoring

Database structures -intermediate

BI architecture, data models and data flows -basic

Robotics an advantage

**Educational Requirements**:
BCom/BSc IT degree -Hons degree preferred

Data or IT Audit related certifications would be an advantage

  • Senior Data Analytics Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Hello an exciting new opportunity has just become available in our HINT, Data & Analytics area. We are looking to recruit a Senior Data Analytics Specialist. Reporting to the Head: Data and Analytics the main purpose of the role is to drive the analytics agenda within the Hollard International business. Hollard International is a...

  • Specialist: Big Data

    2 weeks ago

    Parktown, South Africa Transnet Full time

    **_ Equity Statement :Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the_** **_designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating_** **_Division._** **_ Alternative Application Methods: (Completed Curriculum Vitae to be submitted)_** Post :, Transnet Group Services, Shared...

  • Snr Specialist: Big Data

    5 days ago

    Parktown, South Africa Transnet Full time

    **_ Equity Statement :Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the_** **_designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating_** **_Division._** **_ Alternative Application Methods: (Completed Curriculum Vitae to be submitted)_** Post: E-mail: Fax: before the closing date of...

  • Data Governance Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Helloan exciting new opportunity has just become available in our **Insure Risk and Underwriting, Data & Integration Chapter**. We are looking to recruit a **Data Governance Specialist.** **Role Objectives**: This role is responsible for supporting the data governance stream in the formation and execution of data governance framework...

  • Senior Data Infrastructure Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Parktown North, Gauteng, South Africa Datonomy Solutions Full time

    Are you a data engineering expert looking for a challenging role in the heart of South Africa? We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Infrastructure Specialist to join our team at Datonomy Solutions based in Johannesburg.We offer an attractive salary package of R850,000 per annum, commensurate with your experience and qualifications.Job DescriptionAs a...

  • Data Analyst

    2 hours ago

    Parktown, South Africa Rand Mutual Assurance Full time

    **WHAT WILL YOU DO?** **Data Management** - Determine the most reliable source for data - Develop and maintain databases by acquiring data from primary and secondary sources, and build scripts that will make our data evaluation process more flexible or scalable across data sets - Assist in the classification, collection, cleaning, loading, analysis,...

  • Data Analyst

    7 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa Rand Mutual Assurance Full time

    **THE JOB AT A GLANCE** **WHAT WILL YOU DO?** **Data Management** - Determine the most reliable source for data. - Develop and maintain databases by acquiring data from primary and secondary sources and build scripts that will make our data evaluation process more flexible or scalable across data sets. - Assist in the classification, collection, cleaning,...

  • Data Analyst

    7 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa Rand Mutual Assurance Full time

    **THE JOB AT A GLANCE** **WHAT WILL YOU DO?** **Data Management** - Determine the most reliable source for data. - Develop and maintain databases by acquiring data from primary and secondary sources and build scripts that will make our data evaluation process more flexible or scalable across data sets. - Assist in the classification, collection, cleaning,...

  • Data Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Hello from Hollard An exciting new **Data Analyst (Data)** opportunity has just become available in our **Insure Short Term Corporate Actuarial team.** **About Hollard** Join the largest privately owned insurance group in South Africa and be part of a family like no other. Where all employees embrace The Hollard Way by being...

  • Data Analyst

    1 week ago

    Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: An exciting new **Data Analyst (Data)** opportunity has just become available in our **Insure Short Term Corporate Actuarial team.** **About Hollard** Join the largest privately owned insurance group in South Africa and be part of a family like no other. Where all employees embrace The Hollard Way by being imaginative, innovative,...

  • Od Specialist

    7 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Helloan exciting new opportunity has just become available in our **Group Services, **in the **Human Capital** area. We are looking to recruit a **Organisation Design Specialist** **Role Objectives**: The Organization Design Specialist is responsible for designing and implementing effective organizational structures and processes to...

  • Claims Reporting Support Specialist

    1 day ago

    Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Helloan exciting new opportunity has just become available in our **Insure, Operations area (Specialist Claims Services).** We are looking to recruit a **Claims Reporting Support Specialist**. **Role Objectives** Create operational efficiencies in utilization of management information systems, data management and reporting. Collate...

  • IT Finance System Specialist

    7 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa Rand Mutual Assurance Full time

    THE JOB AT A GLANCE The Finance System Specialist is responsible for the efficient operation and administration of all Finance related system within the organization. This role focuses on ensuring system stability, availability, and performance, while also managing security, user access, and system configurations. The Finance System Specialist will...

  • Mutuality Enablement Specialist

    2 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa PPS Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: The specific focus of the role is to coordinate and drive projects related to the PPS Profit-Share Account Evolution through various teams and allow for successfully implemented. As a Mutuality Enablement Specialist, you will be responsible for research and analysis with regards to Member Mutuality related initiatives which will...

  • Talent Assessments Specialist/psychometrist

    7 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Helloan exciting new opportunity has just become available in our **Hollard Group Services, **in the **Talent Learning & Development **area.** We are looking to recruit a **Talent Assessments Specialist/Psychometrist** **Role Objectives**: As the Talent Assessment Specialist/Psychometrist, your primary responsibility is to offer...

  • Employee Experience Specialist

    7 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Helloan exciting new opportunity has just become available in our Group Services - Human Capital Team. We are looking to recruit the Employee Experience Specialist. **Job Purpose** The main purpose of the Employee Experience Specialist is to focus on creating and maintaining a positive and engaging work environment for Hollard...

  • Programme Specialist

    4 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa PPS Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: The Academy is looking for a Programme specialist, who will play a role in supporting and coordinating both classroom-led training programmes as well as and programmes that leverage adaptive learning tools and Generative AI software. This role will function as a bridge between the L&D team and the technical aspects of AI...

  • IT Security Identity Specialist

    7 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa PPS Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: As an IT Security Identity Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and securing user identities and access within our IT infrastructure. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement and maintain identity and access management (IAM) solutions, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our...

  • BI and Reporting Specialist

    7 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa Hollard Recruitment Full time

    **Job Advert Summary**: Responsible for improving profitability by supporting the Hollard Insure IT Strategy through business intelligence reporting creation and dashboard development, to support the Hollard Insure Business in their decision making Responsible for Report development, Dashboard solution and Views creation. Business as Usual BI: Sources data...

  • Data Scientist

    7 months ago

    Parktown, South Africa AJ Personnel Full time

    **Additional information**: - The MRC/Wits Rural Public Health and Health Transitions Research Unit (Agincourt) is an exceptional health and population research center in the Wits School of Public Health - The Unit supports a major research infrastructure underpinned by a health and socio-demographic surveillance system (HDSS), a form of longitudinal...