Privamnuts EPZ Internal Auditor Job

Will you be our next Internal Auditor?

About the role

• Title: Systems Internal Auditor


• Number of positions: One


• Experience Level: Top- Level


• Role: Testing and implementing the efficacy and effectiveness of the company’s internal controls


• Reporting to: Managing Director

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance option), Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (Accounting/Finance option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution


• CPA-K holder


• Membership to Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or relevant professional body


• Possession of Computerized Information System Audit (CISA) certification will be an added advantage


• At least Three (3) years’ experience in the grade of Internal Auditor or in a comparable and relevant position


• Excellent knowledge of accounting regulations and procedures, including the generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)


• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations

Responsibilities:

• Assess the risk management processes, systems of internal control and corporate governance processes, across the organization


• Planning and conducting risk based audits


• Develops audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and audit objectives


• Implement the internal Audit plan


• In-depth understanding of business processes and identification of key process risks and related internal controls


• Monitor and evaluate key processes as appropriately identified in the risk assessment during assignment planning


• Identify internal controls issues for key risk processes in a timely manner to proactively avert losses


• Ensure successful completion of assigned/planned audit engagements, from start to finish, inclusive of preplanning, fieldwork and wrap up activities


• Perform audit procedures to verify the implementation and effectiveness of controls through testing and interacting with the relevant company staff


• Discuss audit findings and recommendations with Management and departmental heads


• Identify and communicate control issues noted, offering practical solutions relevant to business and related risks


• Prepare and submit timely, quality audit reports; engage in meetings with management and departmental heads and advice on improvements


• Constantly monitor if the audit recommendations have been implemented by the management by way of follow- up audits and report on any gaps observed


• Coordinating the documentation and revision of standard operating procedures (SOP) with key emphasis on adequacy of controls


• Carry out spot checks on keys areas such as cash count, Stocks, trade debtors etc


• Assess, evaluate and advise management on how to achieve statutory/ legal compliance


• Conduct ad-hoc/ special investigations and reviews as requested by management


• Managing of audit files and ensure proper filing of working papers


• Ensure that the company is complying with relevant laws and statutes

Attributes and competencies:

• Analytical thinker with strong conceptual and problem – solving skills


• Meticulous attention to detail with the ability to multi-task


• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team


• Excellent documentation, communication and IT skills


• Advanced computer skills on MS Office, accounting software and databases


• Ability to manipulate large amounts of data and to compile detailed reports


• High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills


• Sound independent judgment

How To Apply

To apply, send your application documents to careers@privamnuts.co.ke on or before 8th August 2022