Specialist Audit Coordinator at South African Airways(SAA) Kempton Park, Gauteng

Specialist Audit Coordinator | Kempton Park, Gauteng
Closing Date: 20 Oct 2025
Reference Number: SAA250904-2
Division: Finance | Business Unit: Audit
Job Type: Fixed Term Contract

About the Role

The Specialist Audit Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting external audit processes. You will coordinate audit schedules, manage documentation, and follow up on audit findings, acting as the bridge between auditors and internal departments while ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact between auditors and internal departments.
• Schedule and coordinate external audit engagements.
• Facilitate meetings and interviews between auditors and staff.
• Prepare and organise audit documentation and supporting evidence.
• Ensure documentation complies with audit standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Support updates to policies and procedures based on audit recommendations.
• Monitor and track the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Prepare reports and presentations on audit progress and health plan status.
• Communicate audit requirements, timelines, and findings to all departments.
• Manage RFI (Request for Information) and CoF (Communication of Findings) tracking registers.
• Assist departments in responding to audit findings.
• Develop tools to improve audit process efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (NQF Level 7).
• 3–5 years’ experience in an audit or AG environment.
• Knowledge of audit processes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in the aviation industry is an advantage.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong understanding of audit processes and standards.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Stakeholder management and analytical skills.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Problem-solving, attention to detail, planning, and organising skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Attributes

• Results-driven, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Ethical, professional, and high integrity.
• Adaptable, resilient, and customer-focused.
• Self-motivated, team player, able to work independently.
• Ability to translate vision into actionable results and role-model behaviours.

Additional Information

Applicants are required to complete an online registration profile capturing essential personal and career selection criteria.

• Complete your online profile fully, as incomplete profiles may result in disqualification.
• A CV is used for verification and record-keeping purposes only.
• This applies to both internal and external applicants.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, compliance-driven environment, enjoys working closely with multiple stakeholders, and is passionate about audit excellence.