IT Internal Audit Lead

Audit Lead: Internal Audit – GoTyme Bank
The IT Internal Audit Lead at GoTyme Bank will support the Chief Internal Auditor and Senior Internal Audit Managers in delivering reliable, value-added, and independent assurance to the Board, Shareholders, and key stakeholders (including regulators and external auditors). The role focuses on evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control environment, ensuring that current and emerging risks across the business are appropriately identified and mitigated within a fast-paced, digital banking environment.

Why work at GoTyme Bank
At GoTyme Bank, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking digital bank that is redefining the future of banking in South Africa. We combine innovation, data-driven decision-making, and customer-centricity to deliver simple, transparent, and accessible financial solutions. Joining our team means working in a collaborative, agile environment where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact is tangible. You’ll have the opportunity to shape risk and control frameworks in a modern banking context while contributing to a mission that makes banking better for everyone.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Internal Audit experience in Banking - min 5 years - required.
• Relevant University Degree – i.e. bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Knowledge of network security, system administration, and security controls.
• Understanding of regulatory requirements (GDPR, POPIA, etc.).
• Strong understanding and experience with AI technologies and prompting.
• IT audit qualifications (CISA/CISM) – required.
• Internal auditor qualifications (CGEIT/CCAK/CIA) – advantageous.
• Experience in conducting automated operational controls (Business as Usual) testing is required.
• Experience in conducting IT General Controls and Application Controls testing is required.
• Knowledge and understanding of Information Security and emerging risks e.g., Cyber, API management, third party.
• Thorough understanding of internal control and related internal audit methodologies and techniques.
• Development of AI capabilities for the use in Internal Audit reviews.
• Demonstrates a professional demeanour that reflects positively on Internal Audit, while effectively managing stress and navigating situations involving differing professional viewpoints.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to work with complex compliance requirements.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• A self-starter who works with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and business writing skills
• AI and Data Analytics proficiency
• Strong values and ethics and ability to maintain professional independence and objectivity and act based on personal professional conviction and confidence.

Responsibilities:

• Application of the internal audit framework and methodology.
• Application of the internal audit charter.
• Performance of business wide (universe) inherent risk and control risk assessments.
• Planning of internal audit assignments per the risk assessment.
• Planning of management requested and other ad hoc internal audit assignments.
• Performance and documentation of detailed walkthroughs of automated controls.
• Key risk identification.
• Key control identification.
• Key control adequacy assessments.
• Definition of testing strategies.
• Population analysis and sample selections.
• Conducting fieldwork and control effectiveness testing.
• Consolidation of findings and agreed action plans (recommendations).
• Creation of internal audit reports.
• Obtaining management comments and agreeing internal audit reports with management.
• Finalisation of audit files in line with internal audit best practice and methodology requirements.
• Building relationships with Management and Executives.
• Conducting follow up activities across the business.