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ITGC Internal Controls Manager

Betway Africa
2 days ago
Full-time
On-site
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Who we are

We’re part of Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading Sports and iGaming brands.

Our journey at Betway Africa started in 1999 with a handful of brilliant individuals and some very big picture thinking. Now, we are an ever-growing community of 300+ talented and exceptional people at the forefront of the vast and competitive world. Our expertise lies in marketing, customer service and technology. 

Who we’re looking for

We’re on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At Betway Africa, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you’ll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar.

Ready to become a game-changer? Supercharge your career with us and be part of something extraordinary.

Why we need you

We’re on a mission to create extraordinary experiences for our customers, and we believe that your unique skills, passion and superdrive will help us achieve our vision.

We are looking for an ITGC Internal Controls Manager who brings strong audit expertise, whether rooted in financial reporting or IT risk and controls. This role requires a unique blend of SOX compliance knowledge and technology awareness to manage SOX 404 requirements across both business and IT environments. Candidates should be comfortable working with IT teams on access management, change governance, and control automation while maintaining a strong understanding of financial processes.

What you’ll be doing

As part of your role, your responsibilities will include:

  • Risk Identification and Assessment
    • Analyze financial and IT processes to identify and prioritize key SOX risks.
    • Translate business and technology insights into actionable risk assessments, focusing on areas with the highest potential impact.
  • ITGC/ITACs and Control Design
    • Design and maintain SOX controls for ITGC domains: Logical Access, Change Management, IT Operations,  SDLC / DevOps, cloud and third party services and IT Application Controls
    • Ensure controls meet PCAOB standards for precision, frequency, and evidence, while balancing operational efficiency.
  • Control Testing, Remediations and Audit Interaction
    • Perform walkthroughs and testing for design and operating effectiveness of ITGCs and IT-dependent controls.
    • Act as the primary contact for internal and external auditors, managing audit queries and facilitating compliance reviews.
    • Challenge auditor findings where appropriate, with evidence-based rationale
    • Lead remediation efforts for audit findings, deficiencies, and control gaps
  • Automation and Evidence Management
    • Champion automation of control evidence collection (e.g., user access reviews, change approvals) to improve accuracy and efficiency.
    • Collaborate with IT teams to implement solutions that streamline evidence gathering and maintain audit-ready documentation.
  • Continuous Improvement and Governance
    • Own and oversee the SOX control framework, including ITGCs and IT Automated Controls, continuously seeking ways to refine processes.
    • Monitor industry trends and best practices (COSO, COBIT) to maintain compliance standards and proactively address emerging risks.

Essential skills you’ll bring to the table

The necessary skills that we require for this role include:

Essential Criteria:

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Accounting, IT, or related field 5–8 years of experience in IT audit, IT SOX compliance, or a related role Strong understanding of SOX requirements and frameworks like COSO, specifically related to IT controls Proven experience implementing and testing IT General and Automate Controls Proficiency with audit documentation tools or software Proficiency in using Microsoft Office and other relevant software applications for data entry, document management, and report generation. Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities effectively. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders. Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and documentation, with a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity of information.

Desirable skills you’ve got up your sleeve

It would be great if you also have some of the following skills:

Certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP, CRISC, or similar preferred Experience in IT risk assessment, IT control evaluation, and audit planning   Familiarity with cloud environments, emerging technologies, and relevant frameworks (e.g., SOC) Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail Self-starter with project management capabilities

Technical Skills:

In-depth knowledge of ITGCs (e.g., access controls, change management, operations, backup) Expertise in ITACs, interfaces, data validations, and automated controls  Ability to evaluate control effectiveness and remediate deficiencies Experience with audit automation, data analytics tools, and documentation Familiarity with SDLC processes and governance

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Strong administration and organisational skills
  • Ability to innovate and show initiative
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Willing to take on challenging responsibilities
  • Ability to work in a pressurized environment
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team
  • Adaptable
  • Exceptional quality focus, organizational skills and attention to detail

Our values are non-negotiables

Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward.

These competencies are:

  • Adaptability
  • Ownership and accountability
  • Initiating action
  • Resilience
  • Team orientation
  • Integrity
  • Innovation

What you’ll get back

We offer a great variety of personal and professional benefits to help you thrive at Betway Africa and Super Group. This includes:  

  • We’re dedicated to your supergrowth. Our comprehensive learning and development programmes give you a range of resources and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
  • Your hard work and achievements won’t go unnoticed. Our innovative Performance Tool ensures you receive regular, constructive feedback, helping you to continuously improve and reach your full potential.
  • Our Employee Assistance programme offers a variety of benefits which you and your family can benefit from.

Be part of that Superclass feeling

At Super Group, diversity is part of our DNA. With teams across 16 countries, 85 nationalities, and 19 languages, we take equal opportunities seriously, championing a supportive, inclusive and empowering environment wherever you are in the Group.

It’s all about putting your experience first and ensuring honesty and fairness in all we do. Here, your growth is supported and your contributions valued.

Game on!


*Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process.

*Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment.
 

This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.


Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

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