Mount Kenya University is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Director, Internal & Systems Audit. Reporting to the Principal, Internal Audit, Assurance & Risk Management, the successful candidate will oversee internal audit activities within the University and across its campuses, implement audit strategies, and evaluate the effectiveness of risk management and internal control systems.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinate internal audit activities within the University and its campuses.
- Implement audit policies, procedures, and strategies within the Internal Audit function.
- Review financial, operational, and management processes and systems to ensure effectiveness of internal controls.
- Coordinate the preparation and implementation of comprehensive risk-based audit plans and audit programmes.
- Ensure adherence to recommended accounting and auditing standards, policies, and procedures.
- Conduct and supervise financial, operational, compliance, and systems audit assignments.
- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and internal control systems.
- Prepare and review audit reports detailing identified control gaps, weaknesses, and recommendations for corrective action.
- Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow-up actions.
- Assist the University in implementation of new or altered accounting and auditing standards.
- Coordinate special investigations and special audit assignments.
- Liaise with external auditors during audit engagements and provide necessary support.
- Provide advisory and consulting services to Management on audit and internal control matters.
- Supervise Internal Auditors and Audit Assistants.
- Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor from time-to-time.
Requirements
- Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
- Professional qualification such as CPA(K), ACCA, CIA, or equivalent.
- Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing.
- Minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be at a managerial level.
- Strong analytical, communication, and report writing skills.
- Proficiency in audit software and computer applications.
