Basic job summary:
The jobholder is responsible for independently evaluating and providing assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the university's internal control environment, risk management practices, and governance processes. This role involves conducting audits, reviews, and investigations to ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Audit Planning and Execution
Prepare audit working papers and assist to document the audit process
Perform audit test and evidence gathering in line with applicable standards
Schedule and attend exit meeting with auditees in order to discuss and agree on auditing findings
Carry out follow ups when due with auditees on action points.
Participate in meetings with different departments to update audit findings and improve on the audit process.
Reporting
Prepare reports and develop recommendations to address identified issues and control weaknesses
Prepare and submit audit reports to the senior internal auditor for review
Compliance and Policy Review
Ensure total compliance with regulatory guidelines and internationally accepted auditing standards.
Recommend improvements to enhance compliance and prevent potential risks.
Keeping abreast with changes in regulations and industry standards
Audit Planning and Execution
Prepare audit working papers and assist to document the audit process
Perform audit test and evidence gathering in line with applicable standards
Schedule and attend exit meeting with auditees in order to discuss and agree on auditing findings
Carry out follow ups when due with auditees on action points.
Participate in meetings with different departments to update audit findings and improve on the audit process.
Financial Responsibility
Develop and manage departmental budget.
Manage financial resources allocated to department.
Coordinate with relevant departments to ensure compliance with budgetary constraints and financial policies
Operational Responsibility
Overall responsibility for the disciplinary action for the department
Policy reviews and management
Advise and ensure compliance on audit matters
Minimum Academic Qualifications:
A Master's degree in any related field from a recognized institution Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K) or ACCA Finalist), Certified Internal Auditor
(CIA), Certified Information System Auditor (CISA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Forensic Accountant (CFA) Membership in good standing with the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (ICPAK), Institute of Internal Auditors of Kenya (IIA-Kenya), or Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)
Experience:
At least 8 years of experience with at least 4 years in management.
Competencies and Attributes
Leadership Skills
Strong Analytical Skill
Attention to detail
Reliability and Resilience
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills
Honesty and Integrity
Excellent Communication Skills, Verbal and Written
Ability to embrace and embody continuous improvement approaches to the audit process
Ability to quickly and succinctly summarize audit findings and trends.