Job Description
SEZA is seeking to recruit a highly motivated, skilled, dynamic, results oriented and innovative individual of high integrity to fill vacant positions. SEZA invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Principal Internal Auditor.
Career Information
Position Name PRINCIPAL INTERNAL AUDITOR
Contract Type permanent
Contract Period -
Salary Range -
Job Summary
SEZA is seeking to recruit a highly motivated, skilled, dynamic, results oriented and innovative individual of high integrity to fill vacant positions. SEZA invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Principal Internal Auditor.
Job Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-
Process Audit
i. Formulating and coordinate the implementation of internal audit policies, strategies and plans;
ii. Compiling and issue internal audit reports;
iii. Setting up and implement systems in accordance with auditing standards;
iv. Testing the efficacy of the risk assessment systems ;
v. Monitoring and reporting on the Board overall risk profile;
vi. Supporting various departments in risk profiling;
vii. Reviewing correctness and accuracy of accounting reports;
viii. Providing of independent assurance on risk management process on both design and operation; and
ix. Assuring on risk control effectiveness, efficiency and adequacy and risk management processes.
Systems Audit
i. Plan, execute and lead information security audits across the organization.
ii. Inspect and evaluate financial and information systems, management procedures and security controls.
iii. Evaluate the efficiency, effectiveness and compliance of operation systems with corporate security policies and related government regulations.
iv. Develop and administer risk-focused examination for IT systems.
v. Review or interview personnel to establish system security risks and complications.
vi. Execute and properly document the audit process on a variety of computing environments and computer applications.
vii. Assess the exposures resulting from ineffective or missing control practices.
viii. Accurately interpret audit results against defined criteria.
ix. Weigh the relevancy, accuracy and perspective of conclusions against audit evidence.
x. Prepare reports of audit findings.
xi. Develop rigorous “best practice” recommendations to improve security on all levels.
xii. Work with management to ensure security recommendations comply with company procedure.
xiii. Collaborate with departments to improve security compliance, manage risk and bolster effectiveness.
Forensic Audit
i. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders through regular engagements by providing feedback on fraud and /or industry trends
ii. Ensure increased awareness of the impact of fraud and regulatory risks by sharing information within the organization.
iii. Provide input into the corporate risk and audit plans
iv. Ensure agreed targets are met in the division
v. Conducting special audits and investigations on reported and suspected cases;
vi. Manage Investigations by monitoring/tracking progress of cases allocated to auditors
vii. Ensure suspicious cases are reported within the required timelines by following up on investigations and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
viii. Vet completed investigation reports by reviewing methodology used, accurancy of findings
,completeness and consistency of recommendations and taking relevant corrective action
ix. Manage the “close out” process of investigation by monitoring audit team members
x. Enable successful arrest and/or prosecution of culpable persons found to engage in fraud
Education Requirements
Professional Qualifications and Experience
For appointment to this position, a candidate must possess:
i. Have Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;
ii. Have Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;
iii. Have passed Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent qualification;
iv. Be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing and OR CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner) OR be a Member of the IIA/ISPAK in good standing;
Experience Requirements
i. Have a minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been on Managerial level;
ii. Have a certificate in a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
Skills and Competence
i. Possess good oral and written communication skills including report writing;
ii. Have a good understanding of the SEZA Mandate;
ii. Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and competence in work performance;
iv.Be a member of a relevant professional body;
v. Be computer literate;
vi. Have good interpersonal, negotiations, and high leadership qualities;
vii. Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.
Job Requirements
Qualified applicants will be required to submit the following documents;
(i) Curriculum Vitae
(ii) Cover Letter
(iii) Copies of academic and professional certificates
(iv) National Indentity Card/Passport
Support Documents Requirements
Successful applicants will be required to satisfy the provisions of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010
by submitting the following compliance certificates;
(i) Kenya Revenue Authority (Tax Compliance Certificate);
(ii) Higher Education Loans Board (Compliance Certificate);
(iii) Commission for University Education for degrees obtained outside Kenya;
(iv) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (Clearance Certificate);
(v) Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Certificate of Good Conduct);
(vi) Credit Reference Bureau (Clearance Certificate).