Work-Force
This is a current vacancy. We believe great workplaces are built on great people. We are looking for a Internal Auditor in Potchefstroom, and we encourage applicants from across North West to consider this opportunity.
The Role
The Internal Auditor vacancy forms part of how the Potchefstroom branch keeps performing. It pairs day-to-day delivery with longer-running priorities that keep the finance jobs side of the business moving forward.
On top of that, the organisation keeps reporting lines clean and expectations realistic. Performance is measured against a small, agreed set of metrics, and there are no surprise yardsticks for the Internal Auditor taking on this position.
Reasonable working hours and respectful planning are part of how the role runs. The team values strong delivery, and load is balanced fairly across the finance jobs group in Potchefstroom.
Internal documentation, process notes and shared playbooks make it easier for the Internal Auditor to step into the finance jobs workflow quickly. Institutional knowledge is well-organised, so people are not reinventing the wheel from one week to the next.
Stakeholders for this position include line managers, peers across the finance jobs team and trusted external partners. Building those relationships early makes the next twelve months in Potchefstroom much easier.
Working in Potchefstroom
Working in Potchefstroom means a place close to the Mahikeng administrative hub, with a steady flow of activity and a strong local economy. The team has built solid relationships across the North West region, and the Potchefstroom office benefits from those long-standing connections.
Many candidates already living within reach of Potchefstroom cite the location as one of the role’s quiet wins, with shorter commutes and a real sense of being plugged into the local North West economy.
Candidates should review the listed location, schedule and travel requirements before applying for this role in Potchefstroom, North West.
Accessibility is taken seriously: where the role allows, the team works toward a balance of in-office presence and flexibility for candidates based in and around Potchefstroom.
Your Team
Equally, the team you will be working with is fast-paced and energetic. Things move quickly across the Potchefstroom office, and the people who thrive here are the ones who plan ahead, communicate openly and pick up the slack when North West operations get busy.
Collaboration is the default working mode. Whether picking up a quick query or working through a complex project, you will find colleagues willing to lean in and help.
Crucially, the team structure and working relationships for this role in Potchefstroom will be explained during the hiring process.
Line management is hands-on without being heavy. Expect regular one-to-ones, honest feedback and the support needed to do good work consistently.
Common Questions
Is reasonable accommodation supported for applicants with disabilities?
Yes. The hiring team is committed to inclusive recruitment and engages on reasonable accommodation as part of the process.
Are reference and background checks conducted?
Notably, yes. Reference, qualification and any role-appropriate background checks are conducted in line with applicable law.
Is this position open to candidates from other provinces?
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates who can meet the advertised location and work-schedule requirements.
Why Join Us
You will join a team that values respectful collaboration, honest feedback and shared wins. The Potchefstroom colleagues take pride in supporting one another and in doing the finance jobs side of the business properly, day in and day out.
On top of that, the package, working arrangements and any available support will be confirmed by the hiring organisation for this vacancy.
Career development may be available depending on the role, business needs and the hiring organisation’s policies.
Equally, the role’s development opportunities, training and benefits, if offered, will be set out in the final vacancy details.
Day in the Life
Most days begin by working through your inbox, prioritising urgent supplier or audit queries before settling into the books. You move between reconciliations, journal entries and review meetings, breaking out spreadsheets when something doesn’t tie up. Mid-morning calls with operations or sales help you understand the numbers behind the numbers, and the afternoon is usually given to deeper work: management reports, tax submissions or supporting a junior with a tricky reconciliation. By the time you log off, you have nudged the business closer to a clean month-end.
Equally, the Potchefstroom office buzzes through peak hours and settles into focused, productive lulls in between, giving you time to plan and reset before the next stretch of work.
No two days look exactly the same — and that variety is part of what keeps the role engaging for the right candidate in Potchefstroom.
Notably, the rhythm rewards people who plan ahead but also pivot quickly when North West operations throw up the unexpected.
Growing With Us
Practically speaking, career progression for this finance jobs role in Potchefstroom depends on the hiring organisation’s policies, role requirements and business needs in North West.
Practically speaking, internal mobility is encouraged. People who start in Potchefstroom have moved into roles in other branches, specialist functions and project teams across North West.
Training is a mix of formal courses, structured on-the-job learning and exposure to broader projects, all geared at building practical skills.
Growth conversations happen at a regular cadence — not just at year-end — so the path forward stays current and realistic for every Potchefstroom team member.
Equal Opportunity
Crucially, the organisation is committed to fair, merit-based recruitment and equal opportunity. Applications are assessed against the published role requirements in line with applicable employment law.
Inclusive hiring extends through onboarding and into how teams operate every day. Respectful, fair conduct is expected from every team member in Potchefstroom.
B-BBEE compliance is more than a scorecard here. It informs how the business invests in skills development, supplier diversity and community engagement across the country.
Importantly, the hiring organisation’s applicable employment-equity and inclusion practices will be explained in the final vacancy details for North West.
Where You’ll Work
Practically speaking, the environment is structured and deadline-driven, with peaks around month-end, year-end and audit cycles. The wider team is collaborative, but focused work is the norm.
Notably, the role is intended to operate under the hiring organisation’s workplace conduct, health and safety policies in North West.
On top of that, the working environment is set up to give the team the focus needed for deeper work, while keeping collaboration and quick problem-solving close at hand.
Health, safety and well-being are taken seriously. Current policies and procedures are maintained, and the Potchefstroom site adheres to the standards expected of a responsible South African employer.
Core Functions
- Reconcile bank accounts, supplier statements and intercompany loans
- Maintain accurate general ledger entries and trial balance integrity
- Review expense claims against company policy and approval limits
- Assist with budget preparation and quarterly re-forecasting cycles
- Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation
- Capture supplier invoices, journals and bank transactions accurately
- Support the year-end audit by preparing requested working papers
Who We’re Looking For
- Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and lookups
- Experience supporting external audits is an advantage
- 2-4 years’ experience in a similar finance role
- Strong understanding of VAT, PAYE and SARS e-filing
- Working towards SAICA, SAIPA or CIMA designation is preferred
- Any checks required by law or the specific duties will be explained during the hiring process
If most of these boxes are ticked, you are encouraged to put your name forward.