Head of Internal Audit Job in Mombasa Kenya

Head of Internal Audit

(open to East Africa Community Nationals)

Location: Mombasa (monthly travels within East Africa group companies)

Job Type: Full Time

Our group companies include shipping, logistics, supply chain management, consultancy and commodity trading. 

To consolidate and sustain the growth achieved so far we need a young and dynamic auditor professional to take a challenging and rewarding function in the company.

Reporting to the Shareholders through the Managing Director, the functions of this job will include testing and enhancing controls, analyzing processes and procedures, managing and profiling risks, undertaking investigative and routine audit functions.

Duties and Responsibilities

Preparation of periodic internal audit reportsReviewing of internal controls.Reviewing of internal procedures, rules and regulations.Follow up of external Auditors and group auditors recommendations.Prepare reports on current best practice and benchmarks on risks management.Carry out periodic risk assessment and measurement of risks across the group.Provide input in designing of policies and procedures for risk mitigation.Monitor the group’s operational risks.Advise various functions in addressing their risk profiles – (potential and actual).Quality assurance and quality measurement including service delivery questionnaires and interviewsExcellent communication skillsAn analytical mindAttention to detail and full follow up of picked up/assigned issuesHandle work with utmost integrity and diligence, without supervisionMust have good interpersonal skillsBachelors degree in Commerce and /or CPA (K).Must be a member of any of the recognised Accounting Professional associations in their country.Must also be a member of Internal Auditors professional Association in their countryCPS (Certified Public Secretary) will be an added advantage.CISA (Certified Information System Auditor) course also an added advantage.Experience in shipping, C&F, logistics or commodity trading will be an added advantageProficiency and knowledge in the use of ERP softwares.At least 5 years relevant working & practical accounting experience.Experience in booking keeping and management accounts a must.Age limit: 28 to 40 years.Applicants are requested to apply indicating current package, expected, remuneration and a one page motivational statement.In addition sent your Cover letter and resume to apply@kenyajobsconnection.com by 15th April 2013.

The company offers a very good career advancement atmosphere and various attractive benefits including medical and fuel for own car.

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