Jumia Jobs. Internal Control Specialist

Internal Control Specialist Jobs at Jumia, Kenya
WHO WE ARE:

Africa Internet Group is a global and leading incubator of startups specialized in e-commerce. Africa Internet Group is Africa’s leading internet group with already over 2,500 employees in more than 20 African countries and huge successes such as Jumia.com, Kaymu.com, Hellofood.com, Lamudi.com, Carmudi.com and EasyTaxi.

It is led by top talented leaders offering a great mix of local and international talents and is backed by Millicom, MTN and Rocket Internet.
Africa is one of the fastest growing economies in the globe, offering excellent opportunities in a vibrant and booming environment. Its economic growth has enabled innovative businesses to flourish and this is where AIG steps in.

Internal Control Specialist:

The AIG Internal Control Specialist will be responsible for the execution of the Risk and Control Assessment program in his/her operations as peer to the group methodology and guidelines. The ICS is a local relay of the corporate internal control to foster an efficient internal control culture in his/her Operations.

The Local ICS is responsible for conducting process walkthroughs, identifying process risks and the respective controls or gaps within each business process. The Local ICS is expected to work with the process owners to design and implement the optimal control structure based on the existing risks.

Job Description: Chief Finance Officer:

The Local Internal Control Specialist reports to the Group Internal Control Manager and she / he will:

Actively participate in the development of the risk and control structure within the areas (Revenue, Procurement, Cash, banks, HR, Legal, Compliance, Vendor Management, Security…) based on the defined Group Risk and Control Assessment Program.

Assist business process owners in their business process reviews and risk-assessment:

Provide guidelines (control objectives, risks to be covered, good practices…) to ensure that internal control is integrated in the activities, with efficient and effective control designs.

Have a consulting/advisory role

Participate in projects as appropriate, for instance: process review, review of policies…

Track and contribute to the remediation of issues within the areas ensuring remediation is completed.

Identify, track and report operational risk incidents for the areas assigned.

Ensure activities within the company do not conflict with corresponding regulations and develop measures to prevent or detect these instances.

Collect and analyze established metrics related to the control environment for the areas assigned and identify areas of concern.
Qualification & Skills for Internal Control Jobs in Kenya

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Audit, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration and 5+ years’ work experience in Internal Control/audit showing regular progression and culminating in a senior role in Internal Control or audit.

Proven organizational skills and experience in international matrix organizations.

Proficiency in English

Ideally Experience in Retail / e-commerce

Experienced Microsoft Office user (Excel, Word, Power point)

Ability to conduct walkthrough meetings with stakeholders and provide value-add process improvement recommendations.

Self-directed work style with the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.

Knowledge of COSO and SOX is an added value. Public accounting firm experience is preferred.

Professional certifications (i.e., CPA, CMA, CIA…) are a plus.

Ability to proactively resolve or escalate issues across functions and follow up as necessary.

Strong experience / background in Finance, Supply Chain processes and ERP systems

We offer

A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment

Become part of a highly professional and dynamic team working around the world

How to apply
If You want to join some of the fastest growing companies in the world, please send your resume to the following addresses, by specifying the position on the e-mail subject, joinus-kenya@jumia.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

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