Internal Auditor Job Key Roles and Responsibilities
Maintain internal control systems by updating audit programs and questionnaires; recommending new policies and procedures.
Prepare and ensure audit plan delivery through audit reviews
Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation
Conduct risk assessment of assigned department or functional area in established/required timeline
Establish risk-based audit programs and complete audit work-papers by documenting audit tests and findings.
Communicate audit findings by preparing a final report; discussing findings with management and the auditors
Prepare special audit and control reports by collecting, analysing and summarizing operating information and trends
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Provide consolidated reporting, inclusive of an overall audit profile, ensuring that major risks are identified and reported to the Audit Committee on risk hotspots, measures and recommendations
Appraise adequacy of internal control systems by completing audit questionnaires
Follow-up on outstanding audit issues and conduct staff training on audit areas and programs geared towards raising level of compliance.
Generate management, audit committee and regulator reports
Key Skills and Competencies for the Internal Auditor Job
Degree in Business/Finance/Accounting or related field
Professional qualifications e.g. CPA/ACCA/CFA/ACII/FIA/FFA
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in an audit function in a CBK registered institution
Knowledge of IFRS guidelines and ISA rules
Experience in financial auditing is an added advantage
Knowledge of Central Bank of Kenya Regulatory Rules
Strong analytical skills
Proper and organized documentation skills
Attention to detail
Other Requirements.
Certificate of good conduct
Credit Reference Bureau Clearance Certificate
Benefits
Medical Cover (Individual + Family)
Employer Contribution Pension
Internal and External Training
