Internal Audit Manager

About the role

Our client is seeking an experienced Internal Audit Manager to lead the audit and risk function across three agricultural sites in South Africa. The role can be based in Tzaneen, Nelspruit or Paarl, with responsibility for overseeing all locations from the chosen office.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute risk‑based internal audit plans covering financial, operational and compliance areas.
• Conduct audits, identify control weaknesses and recommend improvement actions.
• Prepare professional audit reports and present findings to senior management.
• Lead, mentor and develop the internal audit team.
• Drive process improvement and support governance, risk and compliance initiatives.
• Travel regularly to each operational site to perform audits and engage with stakeholders.

Required profile

• Relevant BCom degree with completed articles.
• Minimum 3 years of internal audit, risk management or governance experience.
• CIA qualification completed or in progress (advantageous).
• Previous experience in the farming or agricultural industry (advantageous).
• Strong analytical, communication and problem‑solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and professional ethics.

Required skills

• Audit software and data‑analytics tools (advantageous).

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of R50 000 – R70 000 per month (CTC).
• Permanent contract with opportunities for professional growth.
• Dynamic work environment within the agricultural sector.