Job Description
REF: (SS/IA/01/23)
Our client, a licensed Deposit Taking Sacco headquartered in Kisii Town, is seeking to recruit a qualified and highly motivated individual to fill the position of an Internal Auditor.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), The Internal Auditor shall provide secretariat and coordination of the activities for the Audit and Supervisory Committees in liaison with the office of the CEO and ensuring compliance with the laid down internal controls, all sacco policies and other statutory requirements.
Tasks and Responsibilities
• Developing internal audit, risk and compliance strategies and manuals detailing the procedures and best practices
• Developing, implementing, and reviewing the internal audit charter
• Developing comprehensive audit programs and audit plans to cover all the activities and programs
• Test the institution’s disaster recovery and incidents management programs and advice the management on areas of improvement
• Conducting timely risk-based internal audits and advising the board of directors on all audit matters
• Assessing the reliability and integrity of financial, operating procedures and compliance with set policies
• Economic efficiency and effectiveness in utilization of the Sacco’s resources
• Providing practical solutions to improve overall efficiencies and enhance internal controls
• Monitoring the level of compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, processes, and procedures
• Conducting investigation on suspected internal fraud and corruption
• Proactively keeping the board of directors and management aware of emerging trends regarding internal controls, risk management, governance and internal auditing
• Preparing and presenting accurate internal audit reports to the board of directors monthly, review and follow up on agreed issues
• Liaising with external auditors when audits are undertaken
• Providing support, technical and secretarial services to the supervisory committee in the performance of its duties under these regulations and the Cooperative Societies Act 1997
• Promoting the highest standards of ethics and standards in the Sacco Society based on the principles of integrity
• Developing in collaboration with the Board, implementing, reviewing and advising on effectiveness of the risk management framework and policies
• Provide guidance on emerging operational, legal and regulatory compliance matters
Minimum Qualifications and Attributes
• A degree in finance or related field
• A Master’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or any other relevant field of study will be an added advantage
• CPA – K/ACCA qualification
• Five (5) years of working experience in a finance function with a minimum 3 years of auditing experience in a senior position in a Deposit Taking Sacco
• Membership in a professional body with good standing
• CISA certification
• A firm understanding of internal auditing standards and application
• Knowledge and effective application of all relevant Sacco policies, processes, procedures and guidelines to consistently achieve required compliance standards or benchmarks
• Ability to identify solutions that effectively address business and control needs
• Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate audit results to functional heads and other stakeholders