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AUDIT

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BEYOND THE OBVIOUS

INTERNAL
AUDIT

INTERNAL
AUDIT

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INTERNAL AUDIT
We provide full outsourcing or co-sourcing of internal audit functions. Our auditors bring expertise in financial, IT, and mining technical areas, performing both financial and operational audits. We also have staff skilled in ESG and SOX / ICOFR auditing.
The Gardener of Governance – A Call to Action for Effective Internal Auditing 1 Pro Optima has developed unique audit methodologies that deliver significant value for clients, including:
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Start with Intuition Method (SWIM)
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In and Out Audits
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Implement Controls Before Audit Method (ICBAM)
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Fraud and Error Detection Tests
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Risk Materialisation Testing (RMT)
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Live Consultative Auditing
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These approaches are discussed in The Gardener of Governance – A Call to Action for Effective Internal Auditing, co-authored by Pro Optima’s founder, Barrie Enslin. Since its publication one year ago, the book has gained rapid international traction, is prescribed in university curricula, is being translated by multiple institutions, and has attracted eight offers for further translations.

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
CONSULTING
With the growing reliance on outsourcing, contract management has become critical. However, many companies lack systems to manage outsourced services effectively. Pro Optima provides specialised contract management consulting, helping clients evaluate and design appropriate procurement and contract management procedures. Our personnel bring extensive experience in this field, ensuring professional, value-added solutions.

INTERNAL
CONTROL
CONSULTING
The cost of fraud and error is taking its toll on business. Through implementing effective and efficient internal controls, business will be able to limit unnecessary financial leakage and will be in a better position to achieve its strategic objectives.
Pro Optima is skilled in evaluating the control environment in a business, and to assist in identifying areas requiring improvement where necessary.
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Pro Optima was instrumental in stopping substantial financial leakage for our clients that was previously caused by control weaknesses and fraud.

SECOND LINE ASSURANCE SERVICES
Following the Three Lines (of Defence) model developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Pro Optima provides second-line assurance services to support management (first line) in implementing effective controls and risk management practices.
Key services include:
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Verification of on-site service contractors’ invoices for continuous monitoring at major mining
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companies
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Evaluation of contracts and amendments before finalisation
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ESG and compliance audits for leading mining companies
Effective internal controls curb financial leakage
and support the achievement of strategic objectives.

BUSINESS
PROCESS ANALYSIS (BPA)
Pro Optima performs Business Process Analysis to assess current capabilities and performance
levels, helping organisations:
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Identify obsolete or outdated processes
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Quantify the need for business process outsourcing
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Develop risk management solutions​
Our in-house BPA methodology is adaptive to any client and provides detailed reports highlighting both issues and strengths.