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Assistant Internal Auditor — 1 Position

Responsibilities or duties

Conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits across branches and departments in accordance with the approved audit plan.

Document audit assignments, evaluate evidence, and prepare comprehensive working papers and audit findings.

Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely audit reports for management and the Audit Committee.

Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, procedures, and risk management processes.

Conduct risk assessments and support the development and maintenance of the Society’s risk registers.

Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations and report on the status of corrective actions.

Identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and compliance gaps, and recommend practical improvements.

Ensure audit work is performed professionally, objectively, and in accordance with established auditing standards and best practices.

Keep abreast of developments in auditing, SACCO regulations, governance, and emerging risks to enhance audit effectiveness.

Promote the Society’s products and services through cross-selling while undertaking any other duties assigned by the Internal Auditor.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

High standards of integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality.

Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous professional development.

Sound judgment and ability to maintain impartiality in carrying out audit assignments.

Minimum Qualifications

CPA Part II or an equivalent level of ACCA qualification.

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related business field will be an added advantage.

Experience needed

Minimum of 1 year relevant experience in internal or external audit, preferably within the financial services or SACCO sector.

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

Proficiency in computer applications, accounting systems, and audit software packages.

Knowledge of SACCO operations, regulatory requirements, and governance frameworks will be an added advantage.

CISA certification or related professional qualifications will be an added advantage.

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• Conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits across branches and departments in accordance with the approved audit plan.
• Document audit assignments, evaluate evidence, and prepare comprehensive working papers and audit findings.
• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely audit reports for management and the Audit Committee.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, policies, procedures, and risk management processes.
• Conduct risk assessments and support the development and maintenance of the Society’s risk registers.
• Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations and report on the status of corrective actions.
• Identify control weaknesses, operational inefficiencies, and compliance gaps, and recommend practical improvements.
• Ensure audit work is performed professionally, objectively, and in accordance with established auditing standards and best practices.
• Keep abreast of developments in auditing, SACCO regulations, governance, and emerging risks to enhance audit effectiveness.
• Promote the Society’s products and services through cross-selling while undertaking any other duties assigned by the Internal Auditor.

• High standards of integrity, objectivity, and confidentiality.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to continuous professional development.
• Sound judgment and ability to maintain impartiality in carrying out audit assignments.
• Proficiency in computer applications, accounting systems, and audit software packages.

• CPA Part II or an equivalent level of ACCA qualification.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related business field will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 1 year relevant experience in internal or external audit, preferably within the financial services or SACCO sector.
• Proficiency in computer applications, accounting systems, and audit software packages.
• Knowledge of SACCO operations, regulatory requirements, and governance frameworks will be an added advantage.
• CISA certification or related professional qualifications will be an added advantage.