Digital Assurance Specialist at Absa Group

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Data Analysis, Auditing, Scripting, Python, SQL, Data Integrity, Control Testing, Risk Analytics, Automation, Stakeholder Management, Audit Methodology, Data Governance, Innovation, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Adaptability

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time. With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group. Job Summary Absa Internal Audit (IA) is looking for a dynamic, innovative and motivated individual to lead and execute digital assurance initiatives by combining data analysis, product development, and audit expertise. The role supports the design, development, and implementation of automated assurance solutions, with a strong focus on data integrity, control testing, and risk analytics. As part of the IA Digital team, the specialist will leverage tools such as ACL and other scripting platforms to deliver scalable, repeatable audit and assurance solutions. Job Description Key Accountabilities Design, build and enhance automated assurance scripts and solutions using ACL, Python, SQL, and other relevant technologies. Support testing of solutions and collaborate with audit teams to embed digital assurance into audit planning, execution, and reporting. Ensure assurance solutions align with enterprise data governance standards and frameworks. Partner with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for automation and control testing. Update / Design all application documentation aligned to the organisation’s technical standards and risk / governance frameworks. Conduct reviews, performance monitoring & ongoing optimisation and maintenance on solutions. Drive innovation in assurance practices through the adoption of emerging technologies and agile methodologies. Education and Experience Required Matric Relevant qualification / certification in Data Analysis, Auditing, scripting or related fields. 4–6 years of experience in internal audit, data analytics, or digital assurance. Proven experience with ACL (HighBond/Diligent), Python, SQL, or similar scripting tools. Experience in developing and deploying automated control testing or assurance routines. Knowledge & Skills Strong understanding of audit methodology and risk management. Proficiency in data extraction, transformation, and analysis. Familiarity with data governance and regulatory frameworks. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Competencies Analytical thinking and problem solving Innovation and continuous learning Collaboration and influence Planning and execution Adaptability and resilience Personal Traits Curious and proactive Detail-oriented and quality-driven Ethical and accountable Strong sense of ownership Education Bachelor's Degree: Information Technology Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank. Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised Absa Group Limited (“Absa Group”) is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and is one of Africa’s largest diversified financial services groups. Absa Group offers an integrated set of products and services across personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth and investment management and insurance. Absa Group owns majority stakes in banks in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania (Absa Bank Tanzania and National Bank of Commerce), Uganda and Zambia and has insurance operations in Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa and Zambia. Absa also has representative offices in China, Namibia, Nigeria and the United States, as well as securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States, along with technology support colleagues in the Czech Republic.

Responsibilities

The Digital Assurance Specialist will lead and execute digital assurance initiatives by combining data analysis, product development, and audit expertise. This role involves designing, developing, and implementing automated assurance solutions with a focus on data integrity and risk analytics.