Responsibilities

• Planning and conducting risk-based audits. Develops audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and audit objectives;
• In-depth understanding of business processes and identification of key process risks and related internal controls;
• Monitor and evaluate key processes as appropriately identified in the risk assessment during assignment planning. Identify internal controls issues for key risk processes in a timely manner to proactively avert losses;
• Ensure successful completion of assigned/planned audit engagements, from start to finish, inclusive of preplanning, fieldwork and wrap up activities;
• Perform audit procedures to verify the implementation and effectiveness of controls through testing and interacting with the relevant company staff;
• Discuss audit findings and recommendations with the Internal Audit Manager and departmental heads;
• Identify and communicate control issues noted, offering practical solutions relevant to business and related risks;
• Prepare and submit timely, quality audit reports; engage in meetings with management and departmental heads and advise on improvements;
• Constantly monitor if the audit recommendations have been implemented by the management by way of follow- up audits and report on any gaps observed;
• Coordinating the documentation and revision of standard operating procedures (SOP) with key emphasis on adequacy of controls;
• Carry out spot checks on keys areas such as cash count, banks, M-PESA, IOUs, trade debtors, physical stock etc.
• Assess, evaluate and advise management on how to achieve statutory/ legal compliance;
• Conduct ad-hoc/ special investigations and reviews as requested by the Directors/Management/ BOD;
• Managing of audit files and ensure proper filing of working papers;
• Update the Internal Audit Manager on regular basis; on execution and progress on assigned tasks and any arising significant internal control issues;
• Undertake any other tasks as assigned by Internal Audit Manager from time to time.

Desired Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or Business Management/Administration from a recognized university – minimum of an Upper Second-class Honors;
• At least 5 years of internal or external audit experience gained from a reputable institution (Mandatory);
• CPA (K) qualification, or the equivalent;
• Proficiency with CAATs like Alteryx, TeamMate, PowerBI
• CISA or CIA qualification is an added advantage.
• High level of independence and integrity
• Ability to maintain the highest standards of ethics, confidentiality and professionalism;
• Strong analytical skills with ability to pay attention to details;
• Ability to observe and understand business processes; ensure processes are documented completely and accurately;
• Self-driven individual with ability to work with minimum supervision;
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and report writing skills.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Strong time-management and organization skills;
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure;
• Excellent knowledge of business operations, macro environment and control environment