To provide an independent objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the organization’s operations. This will be done by using a systematic approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal control and governance processes of UPDF.
Responsibilities
Perform and control the full audit cycle including risk management and control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations.
Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans
Prepare and present reports that reflect audit’s results and document process
Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality and goal achievement
Strengthen the Internal Control Systems, identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings
Maintain open communication with management and audit committee
Document process and prepare audit findings memorandum
Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions
Engage to continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards
Design a risk register for the organization
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance option.
CPA-K professional certification
Over 5 years professional experience in similar roles.
Experience in the manufacturing industry is an added advantage.
Strong communication ability both written and verbal, able to train others
Possess high sense of integrity and confidentiality
