Internal Audit Manager, Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 16/09/2025

Founded in 1934, Browns is a family-owned jeweller that crafts the finest diamond jewellery in South Africa. We focus on classic, timeless and sophisticated designs. Making us an iconic brand with a rich heritage. We pride ourselves on offering quintessentially South African designs, crafted by South Africans for South Africans and the rest of the World.

Job Description Browns Jewellers isa proudly South African, family-owned luxury jeweller with over 40 stores across South Africa and the UK. Since 1934, we’ve been known for timeless craftsmanship, innovation, and a strong people-first culture.

We are looking for an detail-driven and strategically minded Internal Audit Manager to lead our governance, compliance, and reporting efforts across the Browns group. This is a key appointment with room for growth into a Head of Department role, responsible for building and leading a small internal audit team in the near future.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute internal audits across all departments and regions

Develop, maintain, and update the internal audit plan in alignment with company risk strategy

Evaluate internal controls, business processes, and operational effectiveness

Report audit findings and recommendations to senior leadership, including the CFO and EXCO

Ensure governance practices meet regulatory and ethical standards

Collaborate with external auditors where necessary

Build and lead a small internal audit team as the department scales

Continuously improve audit methodologies, documentation, and reporting frameworks

Requirements What we’re looking for

CA(SA) or CIA qualification or equivalent

Minimum 2 years’ post-articles internal audit experience

Strong knowledge of internal audit standards, governance frameworks, and risk management

High ethical standards, analytical thinking, and attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently and grow into a leadership role

Experience in retail or FMCG sectors is advantageous

What you will get

Competitive basic salary

Career growth opportunities within a premium, growing brand

A beautiful, high-end working environment

Daily nutritious lunch provided by our canteen

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