Dairy Procesor Internal Auditor Job in Eldoret, Kenya

Jun 17, 2016

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Job Code: IA/DL/160617
 

Number of Positions Open: 1

Reports To: General Manager & Indirectly to Directors
 

Location: Eldoret, Kenya

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Summary: Our client is a current dairy processor based in Rift Valley and is looking to fill the role of Internal Auditor.

 

Job Purpose: This position is responsible for overseeing audits and controls, it entails evaluation of operating practices. 

The person will monitor and evaluate company risks and their management.

Major Responsibilities:

The Internal Auditor will be specifically responsible for:

• Analyzing the procedures, processes, and activities related to the efficient use of resources (human resource, raw material, financing, revenues and finished products).


• Ensuring the reliability and credibility of financial management through.

1. Analysis and testing of the accounting system;


2. Ensuring an effective payments system;


3. Reviewing budget performance.

• Preparing an annual audit report for consideration by the management and directors.


• Strategic risk management initiatives.


• Timely and accurate reports.


• Confidentiality of information.

Key Tasks:

• Formulation and implementation of Internal Audit strategy and policies and ensure interpretation and clarity.


• Develop and implement audit strategies and work plans.


• Ensures timely preparation of reports, and communicates findings and recommendations to line and senior management.


• Reviewing of audit reports. 


• Ensures that reviews are completed in compliance with the law.


• Conducting financial and operational audits.


• Advise the board and management on audit observations.


• Responsible for defining internal audit scope and approval timeframe.


• Responsible for counter reviewing performance.


• Preparing annual work plans and budgets for the department.


• Reviewing the systems established to ensure compliance with the policies, plans, procedures, statutory requirements and regulations.


• Reviewing operations or programs to ascertain whether results are consistent with established objectives and goals and whether the operations are being carried out as planned.


• Liaising with other departments in implementation of strategic plans.


• Advising on effective cost control measures, revenue collection systems and fraud prevention measures.   

Qualifications and Experience:

• Hold a University Degree in Auditing/Accounting/Financial Management or Equivalent


• Be in possession of CPA K / ACCA.


• Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors or other equivalent professional bodies


• Work Experience a minimum of 3yrs in auditing departments.

Desired Attributes

• Have excellent report writing skills.


• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Have a practical knowledge of computer systems, including internet navigation and various Accounting applications.


• Be a team player.


• Be a strategic thinker.


• Have sound leadership and management skills.


• Be self-driven and able to work within tight deadlines.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements, good performance and / or references are encouraged to apply with detailed CV’s, inclusive of names and contacts of 3 referees, current telephone number and email address by clicking on: Internal Auditor

Kindly include your current and expected remuneration in your resume.

Be advised, this job is open to Kenyan nationals only