Senior Administration Officer Auditor: Performance Audit

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Overview This position is for a Senior Administration Officer Auditor specializing in Performance Audit, located in Johannesburg. The role is part of the Gauteng Audit Services Directorate within the Gauteng Provincial Treasury. Five posts are available, with a salary of R413,001 per annum plus benefits. What you will do The Senior Administration Officer Auditor will be responsible for conducting performance audit reviews for Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG) departments. This involves preparing, coordinating, and facilitating audit plans, participating in the development of the annual audit plan through risk stakeholder consultations, and developing detailed audit engagement plans (including objectives, scope, methodology, and resource allocation). The role requires assisting in identifying key risks, control weaknesses, and areas for improvement before audits commence. Duties also include preparing meeting agendas and attendance registers, gathering background information, analyzing relevant plans and budgets, documenting system descriptions, and performing walk-through tests. The officer will prepare audit programs, sign off planning documents, update Team-mate files, and conduct audit projects in compliance with the Gauteng Audit Services (GAS) Performance Audit Methodology. Reporting and communication on audit projects, providing support and advisory services to client departments, and performing administrative duties are also key responsibilities. Requirements (from the original advert) * A three-year tertiary qualification (NQF level 6) in Auditing/ Accounting/ Financial Management. * 2 – 3 years’ experience in Performance Audit environment. * Driver’s License. * Knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures. * Knowledge of Public Finance Management Act. * Knowledge of Treasury Regulations. * Knowledge of DPSA Frameworks. * Knowledge of IIA Standards. Who should apply The ideal candidate for this role should possess a tertiary qualification at NQF level 6 in Auditing, Accounting, or Financial Management, coupled with 2-3 years of experience specifically within a Performance Audit environment. Applicants must hold a Driver’s License and demonstrate knowledge of Departmental policies and procedures, the Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, DPSA Frameworks, and IIA Standards. This profile suggests a professional with a solid foundation in auditing principles and practices relevant to public sector financial management, capable of executing detailed audit tasks and possessing the required operational knowledge for the role. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.govpage.co.za/vacancies/gauteng-provincial-treasury-vacancies-from-dpsa-circular-38-of-2026#spani-ref-refs-056978 Source: govpage

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