Britam Careers. Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager, Operations Jobs at Britam, Kenya

Responsible for managing the full scope of operational audits for Group

 Internal Audit Manager Job Responsibilities

Keep abreast of the latest developments in risk management and provide appropriate guidance on the impact on the department

Monitor the implementation of all actions identified and ensure best practice is spread across the internal Audit department

Ensure detailed audit programmes based on the documented procedures and best practices are developed, for each identified audit project, giving special attention to potential risk areas.

Prepare high quality written reports for management and the Audit Committee clearly describing the key findings and practical recommendations for improvements

Coordinate implementation of internal audit strategies, policies and procedures.

Coordinate visits to Regional and branch offices to ensure operations are in line with the Group.

Verify documentation and review of existing accounting administrative and internal control systems for adequacy and effectiveness and making recommendations for improvement. This covers the entire Group operations and calls for thorough understanding of all the Group’s operations.

Formulate and implement Internal Audit policies and operations manuals

Ensure detailed audit tests are performed on all the Group’s operations based on Standard audit programmes in accordance with the approved annual audit plan. This includes recommendations to improve efficiency. The job holder may change the scope of the audit if actual circumstances in the field so demand.

Maintain adequate and properly documented internal work performed and evidence in the Internal Audit systems.

Assess the Audited department’s primary operational and financial risks and develop strategies to manage these areas.

Provide feedback to staff on performance for each audit assignment

Develop and implement the performance management plan and cycle as guided by the HR Policy

Schedule and assign work to the audit team estimating resource needs

Verify compliance with all the relevant legislation and regulatory requirement. This calls for regular updates with all the relevant legislation and statutory requirements affecting the group.

Attendance and participation in the Management meetings to enhance understanding of the Group’s Operations

Key Performance Measures

Performance against audit plan

Audit coverage

Rate of clearance of issues raised

Performance improvement opportunities identified by IA and adopted by Management

Percentage of draft audit reports issued within a month of completion of fieldwork
Working Relationships

Internal Relationships

The Internal Audit Manager, Operations will be;

Accountable to the Group Head of Internal Audit

Directly responsible for Internal Auditor, Operations and Assistant Internal Auditor

Work with other the departments as and when needed

External Relationships

Qualifications For Internal Audit Manager Jobs In Kenya

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Master’s degree in Business Administration and Finance or any other related field will be an added advantage
CPA (K) is a requirement/core

Certified Information Systems Analyst (CISA) and Certified Financial Analyst (CFA); KASNEB are an added advantage

7- 10 years working experience with at least 3- 4 years’ experience in manager position

At least 4 years’ experience in audit

Technical and functional competencies

Knowledge of internal audit procedure

Report writing-ability to develop reports

Decision making –ability to make strategic decisions in a timely and effective manner

High moral and ethical standing

Highly motivated

Core Competencies

Communications Skills

Building Relationships

Focuses on the Customers

Closing Date:
Wednesday, August 19, 2015
Key Skills/Specialization:
A bachelor’s degree in business

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