Marlize Carstens

Marlize Carstens has a strong background in internal audit and risk management. Marlize is currently working as an Audit Manager at Sasfin, where they manage the relationship between Group Internal Audit and Group Finance. Marlize plans, manages, and executes audits in accordance with professional standards and provides guidance to CA trainees.

Prior to their current role, Marlize worked at Bidvest Bank Limited as an Assistant Manager in Internal Audit. In this position, they independently performed complex audits, provided advice and training to junior auditors, and ensured audits were conducted in line with professional standards. Marlize also worked as an Operational Risk Analyst at Bidvest Bank, where they identified, monitored, and mitigated operational risk throughout the organization.

Earlier in their career, Marlize gained experience at Grant Thornton South Africa as a Senior Internal Auditor, Internal Auditor, and Trainee Internal Auditor. Their responsibilities included conducting internal audits and supporting the audit team.

Marlize began their professional journey as a student at the University of Pretoria, where they completed their Bcom (Honours) in Internal Audit with distinction. Marlize received multiple awards and prizes for their academic achievements during their time at the university.

Marlize Carstens received a Bachelor's Degree in Internal Audit from the University of Pretoria, completing their studies from 2005 to 2008. Prior to that, they attended Die Wilgers High School from 2000 to 2004, where they obtained their Senior Certificate. Marlize Carstens also obtained additional certifications, including Accreditation in Internal Quality Assessment/Validation from The Institute of Internal Auditors in November 2012, and Certified Internal Auditor from the Institute of Internal Auditors in April 2010.