Internal Audit & Compliance Coordinator Job in Kenya

Internal Audit and Compliance Coordinator 

Job Type:   Permanent

Job Category:   Audit

Closing Date:   April 12th, 2023

Location:   Nairobi

Cytonn Investments is an alternative investment manager, with a captive real estate development capability. Cytonn has a unique strategy of coupling two compelling demand areas – the lack of high yielding investment products and the lack of institutional grade real estate. We distribute high yielding instruments to attract funding from investors, and we deploy that funding to investment grade, well planned and comprehensive real estate developments that are largely pre-sold.

 Reporting to the Audit Risk and Compliance Committee and administratively to the CEO, the Internal Audit Analyst will be responsible for conducting and coordinating audits and reviews in accordance with accepted professional auditing standards. The successful candidate will provide operational and strategic direction, and oversight on the internal audit functions.

The successful shall be committed to an employment contract with 3 months notice period incase either party wishes to separate.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Group’s audit, risk and compliance functions
• Serves as the Internal Audit Lead, performing professional internal audit work as a key component of the corporate governance structure;
• Perform independent, objective assurance and consulting engagements designed to add value and improve Cytonn’s operations,
• Review and advise on the Group’s risks management process,
• Providing assurance on the adequacy of existing Group internal controls
• Monitoring departmental budgets and development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures
• Reporting on the Internal audit findings to the management, board and other stakeholders
• Supervision of Internal Audit staff including reviewing work done,
• Pursuing professional development opportunities, including internal and external training and professional association memberships and share information gained with colleagues
• Maintain organizational and professional ethical standards and work independently with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgment
• Performing any other related work as assigned by the Management and/or the Audit, Risk and Compliance committee/Board

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in B.Com or any other business related degree, with a minimum Second Upper degree class;
• Membership to professional bodies (ICPAK/IIA) highly desirable,
• Professional qualification: Certified Public Accountant (CPA K) and/or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or ACCA,
• Minimum of B+ in KCSE,
• Results oriented and ability to meet strict deadlines,
• Good analytical and problem solving skills,
• High level of independence and integrity,
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
• Possess exemplary report writing skills,
• At least 3 years audit experience,
• MBA or CISA will be added advantage.
• Covid-19 vaccination certificate

How to Apply

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