About the Role

Sidian Bank is a leading financial institution in Kenya, committed to providing innovative banking solutions and exceptional customer service. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Internal Audit Officer to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in ensuring the integrity, efficiency, and compliance of our operations.

Responsibilities

• Conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Developing and executing audit plans, including risk assessments and scope definition.
• Identifying and documenting control deficiencies, recommending corrective actions, and following up on their implementation.
• Preparing comprehensive audit reports for management and the Audit Committee.
• Ensuring compliance with banking regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborating with external auditors and regulatory bodies as required.
• Staying updated on industry best practices and emerging risks in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of internal audit principles, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Proficiency in data analysis and audit software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or a related financial role, preferably within the banking sector.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

• Conducting financial, operational, and compliance audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls.
• Developing and executing audit plans, including risk assessments and scope definition.
• Identifying and documenting control deficiencies, recommending corrective actions, and following up on their implementation.
• Preparing comprehensive audit reports for management and the Audit Committee.
• Ensuring compliance with banking regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborating with external auditors and regulatory bodies as required.
• Staying updated on industry best practices and emerging risks in the financial sector.

• Strong understanding of internal audit principles, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Proficiency in data analysis and audit software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA is highly desirable.