Audit Assistant II

The Audit Assistant II (Grade 7) position at Pwani University is responsible for supporting the internal audit function by executing various audit procedures, ensuring compliance with established policies, and maintaining accountability within the university's financial and operational processes. The role requires strong technical competence and adherence to high professional standards.

Reference: PU/ADV/03/11/2025

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in conducting all types of audits.
• Preparation of working papers on Audit Assignments.
• Ensure proper filing of Internal Audit documents.
• Physically verifying assets in cases of Audit Fixed Assets.
• Conducting audit inquiries on uses being reviewed.
• Inspecting relevant records and documents.
• Conducting substantive tests on assigned audit engagements.
• Reviewing filing of accountable documents.
• Preparation of audit schedules.
• Collection of Audit evidences on issues reviewed.
• Carrying out specific audit assignments.

Requirements for the Position (Grade 7)

1. Academic Qualification

• The candidate must have a Bachelor degree in Commerce or its equivalent from a recognised University.

2. Professional Qualifications

The candidate must provide evidence in the following:

• Have CPA II (Section 3) or its equivalent.
• Have knowledge of ERP (Enterprises Resource Planning).

3. Experience and Attributes

• The candidate must have at least three (3) years of relevant work experience in the Finance or Audit in a large or busy organization.
• Must possess proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness, and compliance to deadlines.

Benefits

Benefits for the above position include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependents, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and training, and other regular allowances as determined by SRC.