Internal Controls Manager

Goodwood, Western Cape R900000 - R1200000 Y Oxford University Press

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Oxford University Press Southern Africa

Oxford University Press advances knowledge and learning of all kinds, from a child reading their first words to a researcher expanding the frontiers of their field. Our work is constantly evolving, and the possibilities are endless. We strive to help more and more people around the world achieve their potential.

Oxford University Press is a department of the University of Oxford. It is our mission to further the University's objective of excellence in research, scholarship, and education by publishing worldwide.

Internal Controls Manager

(Permanent Position)

Oxford University Press is recruiting for an Internal Controls Manager who will be responsible for testing evaluating the effectiveness of controls as outlined in the Internal Controls Framework (ICF). It ensures that financial and operational controls are functioning as intended, identifies any deficiencies, and supports the implementation of corrective actions. The position also contributes to the consistency and improvement of global and divisional finance processes by supporting process enhancement initiatives where needed.

The Internal Controls Manager will report to the Head of Internal Controls. This post is based in the Goodwood, Cape Town.

Principal Accountabilities:

  • Continually revise and promote the internal control framework for finance and business processes, establishing the standard and consistent control framework that needs to be followed across OUP.
  • Develop the annual test plan for your region and carry out tests in a range of countries (including South Africa) to ensure that a standardised and consistent control framework is adhered to across OUP.
  • Communicate the performance of key controls to senior management and ensure continuous improvement activities are carried out.
  • Work with the business to develop remedies to controls issues and work collaboratively with the business to identify additional areas for improvement and good practice.
  • Ensure that control issues, identified by the testing activities, are remediated in a timely manner.
  • Provide local or regional support and expertise to finance change initiatives when required.
  • Assist Compliance and Internal Audit investigations when required.
  • Work collaboratively with other Internal Controls Managers to identify, design, and implement Group-wide continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Relevant Accountancy qualification with auditing experience
  • Global experience of operating within Finance
  • Strong general ledger experience along with working knowledge of financial systems and the management of data
  • Firm grasp of key business processes and best practices
  • First class communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Self-starter with strong analytical and investigative skills
  • Evidence of driving financial process and controls improvement initiatives
  • Project management experience
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across all levels of seniority
  • Cultural awareness with experience of working across different time zones

Attributes:

  • Action and delivery oriented
  • High levels of business and commercial acumen
  • Multicultural sensitivity and integrity
  • Innovator
  • Positive Attitude
  • Openness and adaptability to change
  • Highly organized

OUP offers the following:

  • Remuneration commensurate with experience
  • Pension and medical aid benefits
  • Statutory leave
  • Training opportunities
  • Engaging work in a rewarding and ethical environment.

Oxford University Press, an equal opportunity employer, seeks a talented individual to fill this post in its Finance Department based in the Goodwood, Cape Town. Oxford University Press will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity Plan, which acknowledges the need for transformation.

Closing date: 10 September 2025

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Deputy Director: Fleet Risk Management, Ref No. WCMD 84/2025

Maitland, Western Cape R900000 - R1200000 Y Western Cape Government

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Job Purpose

The Mobily Department, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to execute administration and planning activities regarding fleet crashes, 3rd party claims, legal recoveries, losses, Fraud, traffic fine and misuse management and human resources management.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma/B Degree (equivalent or higher qualification); A minimum of 3 years middle management level experience. A valid code B (or higher) driving license. NB People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Manage GMT self-insure risk strategy; Manage crashes, 3rd party claims and recoveries; Manage vehicle related losses and fraud investigations; Manage traffic offence redirections and misuse reporting; Manage the driver database, and review and approve driver sanction requests and cross border letters as fleet proxy; Human resource management; Manage budget for Fleet Risk Management; Prepare input for statutory reporting; It will be advantageous to have the following: Relevant experience in the following: Fleet Management, Risk Management; Legal experience; Budget and financial management; Human Resource management; Supply chain management; Tender compilation; Client services; Mechanical / technical background.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Public Finance Management, 1999 (Act 1 of 1999); National Treasury Regulations; Provincial Treasury Instructions; Handbook for Government Motor Transport (Circular 3 of 2019); National Road Traffic Act, 1996 (Act 93 of 1996) and the National Road Traffic Regulations, 2000; National Traffic Information System (NaTIS); Administrative Adjustication of Road Traffic Offences Act, 1998 (Act 46 of 1998) and Regulations, 2008.

Skills needed: Proactive action thinking, leadership; problem solving and decision making; Proven computer literacy (Ms Office suite); Planning, organizing, time management skills; Problem solving and decision making; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Ability to interpret relevant directives and polcies.

Remuneration

All-inclusive salary package of R per annum (Salary Level 11)

Note on remuneration: Cost-to-employer (CTE) remuneration packages for certain occupation-specific dispensations (OSD), the middle-management service (MMS) and contract positions are inclusive of all costs related to service benefits or obligations including basic salary, 13th cheque, medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc. MMS remuneration packages are flexible and may be individually structured as prescribed. Where remuneration is not indicated as CTE, employees' service benefits or obligations are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements.

Notes

Kindly note that this is a re-advertisement, applicants who previously applied must re-apply.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. These candidates will be required to do a practical and attend interviews on a date and time determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency tests. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, technical support is available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to Contact the helpline at For all other queries relating to the position kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.

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