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Rudzani Alucia Netshivhulani

Internal Audit

Summary

I am a result driven Assistant Manager in Internal Auditing with 17 years of experience in providing assurance and advisory services to senior management and audit committees.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

Assistant Manager: Internal Audit

Johannesburg Road Agency
07.2015 - Current


  • Participate in the development/revision of the audit methodology, charter and an annual internal audit plan.
  • Ensure the implementation of the Internal Audit Plan, in line the Internal Audit Methodology and the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards/Global Internal Audit Standards
  • Participate in the revision of the Internal Audit Operational Risk Register and implementation of action plans thereof
  • Contribute to the organisational risk management through identification of risks during the audit engagements.
  • Follow up on audit findings raised in the internal / external audit reports for implementation of action plans provided by management.
  • Provision of internal audit advisory services.
  • Plan, execute and report on all assigned audit engagements as per the Internal Audit methodology.
  • Supervise and manage internal audit trainees
  • Ad hoc Audit: Execute all ad hoc engagements as assigned by Managers and the Ops Manager.

Acting Manager: Internal Audit

Johannesburg Road Agency
12.2018 - 12.2024
  • Manage the internal audit unit to ensure effective and productive operations.
  • Review the Internal Audit Charter and Methodology.
  • Develop the internal audit plan.
  • Review the Combined Assurance Framework.
  • Manage audit projects and ensure that all working papers and reports are adequately signed off.
  • Ensure that the audit plan is implemented in line with the allocated timeframes.
  • Conduct an investigation on Unauthorized, Irregular, Fruitless and Wasteful Expenditure

Period , December 2018 to March 2019 (4 months)

July 2023 to December 2024 ( 1year and 6 months)

Internal Auditor

Polokwane Local Municipality
05.2013 - 06.2015
  • Provide input in the development of a three-year rolling plan and annual plan.
  • Plan audit assignments based on the key process and identified business risks and design internal audit programmes in line with the risks and key controls to be tested.
  • Execute the audit assignments in accordance with the approved methodology and within the agreed budget, e Risk Based audits, Compliance audits and any Ad Hoc Review.
  • Prepare a draft audit report and submit to the relevant Senior personnel for review.
  • Provide administrative support to Audit Committee.
  • Perform any other duties assigned from time to time by the Manager.

Senior Auditor

Kwinana and Associates
01.2008 - 04.2013
  • Conduct internal audit projects in accordance with the approved Internal Audit plan and IIA Standards.
  • Assist in managing the assigned key performance areas of the Internal Audit and Performance Management functionality through the implementation of strategic policies and procedures in line with the internal audit standards.
  • Ensure the quality of internal audit services to the unit through continuous assessment and evaluation of risk management.
  • Control internal audit and governance processes by providing advice on improvements.
  • Coordinate and provide oversight of relevant control and monitoring functions.
  • Perform follow-up audits on high-risk findings where applicable.
  • Plan audit assignments based on the key process and identified business risks and design audit programmes in line with the risks and key controls to be tested.
  • Execute an audit in accordance with methodology and within the agreed budget.
  • Express an opinion on the results of the work performed.
  • Discuss and resolve any possible conflicts with Management.
  • Prepare draft reports for review by management.
  • Conduct ad-hoc assignments and follow-up audits.
  • Assist in the administration of the Internal Audit Activity.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Internal Auditing, Risk Management, Strategic Management

University of South Africa

Advance Diploma - Financial Accounting, General Management and Auditing

University of South Africa

Bcom Degree - Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing and Taxation

University of Venda

High School - Tshivenda, English, Accounting, Business Economics, Economics, Mathematics

Tshiawelo Secondary School

Skills

  • Knowledge of Municipal Finance Management Act
  • Knowledge of Supply Chain Regulations and Circulars
  • Knowledge of Treasury Regulations
  • Knowledge of Performance Management Regulations
  • Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles
  • Knowledge of Municipal System Act
  • Knowledge of POPI Act
  • Knowledge of Companies Act
  • Knowledge of King IV

Key Skills

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Pay attention to detail
  • Ability to maintain objectivity and independence in audit work
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • proven leadership and team management skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks
  • Audit Software (Caseware and Teammate)

Affiliations

Institute of Internal Auditors, 19111340, 06/01/13

Secondary Education

Tshiawelo Secondary School, Tshivenda, English, Accounting, Business Economics, Economics, Mathematics, 12/2003

Special Training

  • Probeta Training, 03/27/13 to 04/30/13, Money Laundering and the financial Intelligence Centre, Value Added Tax including completion of relevant returns
  • Guarantee Trust, Trainee Accountant, 07/01/07 to 12/31/07, How to use a dictionary, Study tools for Professionals, Communication, Way to Happiness, Rules for Professional Conduct, Accounting Office Orientation, Basic Staff Hat, Office Orientation, Computer Literacy Refresher, MS Word, MS Excel and Pastel

Employment Details

Johannesburg Road Agency, Assistant Manager: Internal Audit, 07/01/15 to present, Risk-based Internal Audit Strategy and Plan, Participate in the development/revision of the audit methodology and an annual internal audit plan, Ensure the implementation of the Internal Audit Plan, in line with the Internal Audit Methodology, JRA-wide risk management, Participate in the revision of the Internal Audit Operational Risk Register and the identification of risk mitigating measures to ensure effective operations, Contribute to organisational risk management through the identification of risks during the audit engagements, Follow up on issues raised in the internal / external audit reports for implementation of action plans provided by management, Continuously adhere to the audit process and the international standards of the professional practice of internal audit in execution of all audit engagements, Provision of internal audit advisory services, Planning of all assigned audits as per the Internal Audit methodology, Perform field work for all audit assignments and prepare adequate working papers which record the audit results and conclusions, Exercise diligence and professionalism in the execution of all audit engagements and ensure completion of all projects within the set timelines, Engage with the client during the execution of the audit in order to obtain necessary information or to clear audit exceptions, Prepare audit files either electronically or manually for all projects with necessary working papers for the audit procedures performed, and sign them off, Attend to all project review notes by the manager, seek guidance and engage the audit manager for any clarity, as and when needed, Communicate all project challenges encountered to the manager for intervention, Prepare the draft report which consists of findings with all elements in line with the Internal Audit Methodology, Discuss the audit findings entailed in the draft report with the client to obtain management comments, Review management comments and action plans to ensure that they address the control deficiencies raised, Attend the closing meeting, Complete quality assurance checklist, Execute follow up audits to ensure that actions plans provided by management are successfully implemented, Obtain evidence supporting the audit results, Execute all ad hoc engagements as assigned by Managers and the Ops Manager, Acting Manager: Internal Audit, 12/01/18 to 04/30/19; 07/01/23 to 09/30/23; 10/01/23 to 12/31/23, Manage the internal audit unit to ensure effective and productive operations, Assist the Ops Manager: Internal Audit in the development and management of the internal audit plan, Manage audit related projects and ensure that all working papers are adequately signed off, Ensure that the audit plan is implemented in line with the allocated timeframes, Ensure that an efficient auditing process exists within the organisation, Polokwane Local Municipality, Internal Auditor, 05/01/13 to 06/30/15, Provide input in the development of a three-year rolling plan and annual plan, Plan audit assignments based on the key process and identified business risks and design internal audit programmes in line with the risks and key controls to be tested, Execute the audit assignments in accordance with the approved methodology and within the agreed budget, e Risk Based audits, Compliance audits and any Ad Hoc Review, Prepare a draft audit report and submit to the relevant Senior personnel for review, Provide administrative support to Audit Committee, Perform any other duties assigned from time to time by the Manager, Kwinana and Associates, Senior Auditor, 01/14/08 to 04/30/13, Conduct internal audit projects in accordance with the approved Internal Audit plan and IIA Standards, Assist in managing the assigned key performance areas of the Internal Audit and Performance Management functionality through the implementation of strategic policies and procedures in line with the internal audit standards, Ensure the quality of internal audit services to the unit through continuous assessment and evaluation of risk management, Control internal audit and governance processes by providing advice on improvements, Coordinate and provide oversight of relevant control and monitoring functions, Perform follow-up audits on high-risk findings where applicable, Plan audit assignments based on the key process and identified business risks and design audit programmes in line with the risks and key controls to be tested, Execute an audit in accordance with methodology and within the agreed budget, Express an opinion on the results of the work performed, Discuss and resolve any possible conflicts with Management, Prepare draft reports for review by management, Conduct ad-hoc assignments and follow-up audits, Assist in the administration of the Internal Audit Activity

Audit Clients

  • Makhado Local Municipality, Conduct internal audit projects in accordance with the approved Internal Audit plan and IIA Standards, Assist in managing the assigned key performance areas of the Internal Audit and Performance Management functionality through the implementation of strategic policies and procedures in line with the internal audit standards, Ensure the quality of internal audit services to the unit through continuous assessment and evaluation of risk management, Control internal audit and governance processes by providing advice on improvements, Coordinate and provide oversight of relevant control and monitoring functions, Perform follow-up audits on high-risk findings where applicable, Plan audit assignments based on the key process and identified business risks and design audit programmes in line with the risks and key controls to be tested, Execute an audit in accordance with methodology and within the agreed budget, Express an opinion on the results of the work performed, Discuss and resolve any possible conflicts with Management, Prepare draft reports for review by management, Conduct ad-hoc assignments and follow-up audits, Assist in the administration of the Internal Audit Activity, 01/23/12 to 04/30/13
  • CRL Commission, Execute internal audit in accordance with the approved methodology and the Institute of Internal Auditors Standards, Human Resource, Cash Management, Supply Chain Management, 10/01/11 to 10/31/11
  • City of Tshwane Metropolitan, Execute internal audit assignments in accordance with the approved plan and IIA (Institute of Internal auditors) standards, 05/01/09 to 02/28/11

External Audit Clients

  • Estate Agency Affairs Board (EAAB), Employee cost, Property Plant and Equipment, Intangible Assets, Accounts payables, Provision, 03/01/11 to 04/30/11
  • South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC), Employee cost, Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, 05/01/11 to 06/30/11
  • Nkonki (PTY) LTD, Employee cost, Accounts payables, 07/01/11 to 08/31/11
  • Lepelle Northern Water, Inventory, Other Expenses, Other Income, 08/01/11 to 09/30/11
  • Tshwane South College, Employee cost, Property Plant and Equipment, Intangible Assets, 11/01/11 to 12/31/11

Consulting Clients

  • Department of Water Affairs, Revenue Management Consultant, Extracting SAP report for reconciliations purpose, Performing debtor's workbook and reconciliation statement per customer, Performing interest reconciliation statement per customer, Verifying the tariffs and rebate percentage used are correct, Verifying the accuracy of the calculations used, Extracting of Age Analysis report, Allocation of cash received and requesting remittance advice from the client and preparing the Journals, Follow up accounts that are on credit balance and overdue accounts, Communicating with the client to arrange the payment, Performing Journals for company that are hand billed and the correction of differences, 11/01/08 to 04/30/09
  • Slipknot Investments, Bookkeeper, Opening, sorting, and filling the supplier invoices and statements, Preparing Management Accounts, Liaise with Attorneys regarding the company properties, Processing supplier invoices and preparing VAT returns, Preparing the suppliers reconciliations, 01/14/08 to 10/30/08

Knowledge And Skills

  • Good interpersonal relations skills
  • Computer skills
  • Knowledge of PFMA, MFMA, DORA, Procurement, Treasury Regulations, Public Service Act and Batho Pele Principles, Municipal System Act, POPI Act, Companies Act, King IV, SCM Regulations
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work in a team and motivate others
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to adapt to situations easily
  • Working under pressure
  • Disciplined
  • Proactive
  • Attention to detail
  • Confidentiality
  • Vibrant
  • Deadline driven
  • Audit Software (Caseware and Teammate)
  • Corporate behaviour

Training

  • Audit Planning, Execution and Project Management
  • Auditing the management and reporting of performance information in the public sector
  • Finance Audit
  • Fraud Indicators, Red Flags and Prevention
  • Effective report writing
  • Professionalism and Moralle
  • Teammate
  • Health and Safety Representatives
  • Financial Statements review

Personal Information

  • ID Number: 830823 08700 80
  • Health Status: Good
  • Date of Birth: 08/23/83
  • Nationality: South African
  • Driving License: Code C1
  • Marital Status: Single

Timeline

Acting Manager: Internal Audit

Johannesburg Road Agency
12.2018 - 12.2024

Assistant Manager: Internal Audit

Johannesburg Road Agency
07.2015 - Current

Internal Auditor

Polokwane Local Municipality
05.2013 - 06.2015

Senior Auditor

Kwinana and Associates
01.2008 - 04.2013

Advance Diploma - Financial Accounting, General Management and Auditing

University of South Africa

Bcom Degree - Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing and Taxation

University of Venda

High School - Tshivenda, English, Accounting, Business Economics, Economics, Mathematics

Tshiawelo Secondary School

Post Graduate Diploma - Internal Auditing, Risk Management, Strategic Management

University of South Africa
Rudzani Alucia NetshivhulaniInternal Audit