IT Governance & Controls Superintendent (SOX / Risk / Compliance / Internal Audit) – Gauteng, South Africa

Reference No. 583-2105LH

Reference Number: 583-2105LH

Job Description:

Our client, an established mining organisation, is seeking an experienced IT Internal Controls Superintendent to support and enhance its SOX and IT controls environment across key business systems.

The role will focus on coordinating and executing IT-related SOX activities, including IT General Controls (ITGCs), IT Application Controls (ITACs), risk assessments, controls testing, audit readiness, and remediation support. The successful candidate will work closely with IT, finance, audit, and operational stakeholders to ensure compliance with internal control and governance requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support IT-related SOX compliance activities across key business systems.
• Execute and review IT General Controls (ITGCs) and IT Application Controls (ITACs).
• Conduct risk assessments, controls testing, walkthroughs, and audit readiness activities.
• Maintain and update IT risk, process, and control documentation.
• Support remediation and improvement of identified control deficiencies.
• Liaise with IT, finance, audit, and operational stakeholders on compliance matters.
• Ensure alignment with governance frameworks including SOX, COSO, COBIT, and ISO 27001.
• Assist with audit engagements, reporting, and evidence preparation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and controls optimization.
• Work with ERP systems and related technologies, including SAP and SAP GRC.
• Provide guidance and support to control owners on IT governance and compliance requirements.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s Degree or Advanced Diploma (NQF 7 or higher) in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, IT Audit, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CISA or equivalent will be advantageous.
• 5+ years’ experience in IT risk, IT controls, IT audit, SOX compliance, or a related environment.
• 2+ years’ Supervisory or team leadership experience within an IT controls or audit function.
• 4+ years’ experience with SOX with a focus  on IT General Controls (ITGCs), IT Application Controls (ITACs) and IT-dependent controls.
• Knowledge of governance and compliance frameworks such as COSO, COBIT, and ISO 27001.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP and SAP GRC.
• Experience conducting controls testing, risk assessments, walkthroughs, and audit support activities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work within strict reporting timelines.

Contractual Information:

If you wish to apply for the position, please send your CV to Leanne Laas at llaas@camining.com.

Please visit www.camining.com for more exciting opportunities.

Leanne Laas

Executive Lead – Talent & Client Management

CA Mining

CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.