Internal Assurance Manager - Gov & Tech at Thungela

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Internal Audit, Governance, Risk Mitigation, Operational Control, Audit Planning, Statutes Compliance, Policy Adherence, GRC Systems, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, ITGC, Stakeholder Management, Financial Accounting, Electronic Audit Files, Mining Value Chain

Industry

mining

Description

Company Description We’re looking for a talented Internal Assurance Manager – Governance & Technology who shares our values and our belief in a better future for mining. Could you be one of them? Thungela Resources [Thungela means “to ignite” in isiZulu] is a leading South African thermal coal business, focused exclusively on thermal coal production. It is one of the largest pure-play producers and exporters of thermal coal in South Africa based on aggregate coal reserves and marketable coal production. Thungela focuses on exporting its thermal coal portfolio mainly to the Indian, Asian, Southeast Asian, Middle East and North African markets. Job Description Lead and manage comprehensive audits and expert consultation to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance operational control effectiveness, leading assurance governance responsibilities and assurance responsibilities within the technology portfolio, fostering confidence in organisational processes, controls and outcomes. The focus areas for this role will be to manage and co-ordinate the following: Performance & Delivery Lead and manage comprehensive audits and expert consultation to ensure compliance, mitigate risks and enhance operational control effectiveness. • Plan, conduct, and oversee audits to ensure compliance and mitigate risks. Develop comprehensive audit objectives and scopes tailored to each audit. Assess and prioritise risks associated with the audit focus, with strict adherence to Internal Audit standards throughout the audit process. Compose concise audit reports that encapsulate findings and recommendations, integrating supporting data and evidence to validate conclusions, and deliver these reports to the Head of Risk and Assurance as well as relevant stakeholders for comprehension and endorsement. Create detailed time-based budgets and audit programmes to guide the audit process. • Conduct examinations of specialised operations to ensure adherence to statutes, policies, and best practices, providing expert consultation. Evaluate compliance with relevant statutes, policies, and procedures within specialised operations, assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of operational practices, and offering expert consultation and guidance to departments on matters of compliance and best practices. • Contribute to the development and execution of the annual audit plan, with a focus on specialised areas. Assist in the formulation of the annual audit plan, considering specialised areas of expertise. Participate in the execution of audits within portfolio, ensuring thorough coverage and compliance. Contribute insights and expertise to the risk assessment process for audit planning purposes. • Analyse audit results and provide recommendations for improvement related to applicable internal controls. Analyse audit findings to identify strengths, weaknesses, and areas for improvement. Develop actionable recommendations in collaboration with stakeholders to address identified limitations and enhance operational effectiveness. • Monitor and assess the implementation of audit recommendations. Follow up on audit recommendations to track progress and implementation status. Evaluate the effectiveness of implemented changes in addressing identified control deficiencies. Provide feedback on the success of implemented changes and identify any additional support or adjustments needed. Lead the assurance governance responsibilities for the internal assurance team. • Assess the overall efficacy of governance, risk, and internal control frameworks. • Deliver actionable insights and suggestions for bolstering the control environment's effectiveness. • Engage stakeholders to implement recommendations derived from audit findings. • Spearhead the development and implementation of technology solutions within Group Internal Audit. Investigate and assess emerging technologies for their potential to streamline audit processes and enhance efficiency. Lead the conceptualisation, development, and deployment of technology solutions like GRC systems, Robotics, AI, and Machine Learning within internal audit. Deliver training and support to audit teams to effectively adopt and leverage technology solutions. Lead the execution of assurance responsibilities within the technology portfolio • Report on significant emerging technology challenges affecting Group processes. Identify and prioritise emerging technology concerns potentially impacting Group operations or the control environment. Work alongside relevant stakeholders to devise and execute solutions for mitigating emerging technology risks. Provide regular management and governing body updates on emerging technology issues and the progress of their resolution. • Collaborate with stakeholders to plan and execute audit projects related to technology, ensuring they meet management expectations and deliver outcomes and recommendations in relation to the applicable frameworks i.e. ITGC • Prepare documentation for submission to regulatory bodies and committees, including executive risk reports, assurance plans, and progress reports specific to technological risks and controls • Manage tip-off lines proficiently and oversee investigations to ensure timely and thorough resolution of reported concerns while maintaining confidentiality and integrity standards Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in financial accounting, audit, or related field (NQF level 7) Advantageous: CA (SA) / CPrac (SA) / CIA Knowledge and Experience • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Financial Accounting, Internal Audit or related field • Minimum of 4 years’ experience in working with electronic audit files. • Experience in auditing approaches and methodologies. Operations: • Knowledge of relevant legislation applicable to Thungela incl: Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, No 28 of 2002 Companies Act, No 71 of 2008 Protection of Personal Information Act, No 3 of 2013 Sarbanes-Oxley Act • Proficient knowledge of the use of technology in managing compliance and assurance. • Proficient knowledge of the Information Technology General Controls and IT GRC. • Proficient knowledge of the GRC platform’s Internal Audit & Risk modules. Commercial: • Proficient knowledge of the mining value chain Management: • Advanced knowledge of stakeholder management Compliance: • Proficient knowledge of Thungela policies, procedures, standards, and systems Additional Information What we offer When you join Thungela, you can expect to enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package. But more than this, you’ll find yourself in an environment where the opportunities for learning and growth are second to none. From technical training to leadership programmes, we bring out the best in our people. There are plenty of opportunities to move onwards and upwards too. We’re a large, successful multinational company – and we’re still growing all the time. Who we are? Thungela is a pure play coal mining business. Our portfolio of world-class mining operations provides the metals and minerals that make modern life possible. We use innovative practices and the latest technologies to discover new resources and mine, process, move and market our products to our customers around the world. Inclusion and Diversity Thungela is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfil their potential. How we are committed to your safety Nothing is more important to us than ensuring you return home safely after a day’s work. To make that happen, we have the most rigorous safety standards in the industry. Not only that, we’re also continually investing in new technologies – from drones to data analytics – that are helping to make mining safer. How to apply To apply for this role, please complete our online application form. You will have the opportunity to upload your CV and other relevant documentation as part of this process. Discipline: Risk Assurance Business Area: Thungela Operations(BA_0005) Business Entity: Thungela Resources(TR000)

Responsibilities

The manager will lead and manage comprehensive audits and expert consultation to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and enhance operational control effectiveness, focusing on governance and technology assurance responsibilities. Key duties include planning and overseeing audits, developing audit reports, contributing to the annual audit plan, and leading the development and deployment of technology solutions within Internal Audit.