The Internal Auditor role provides independent and objective assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the organization’s governance, risk management, and internal control systems. The role is responsible for evaluating financial, operational, and compliance processes; identifying control weaknesses; and recommending actionable improvements that enhance accountability and operational efficiency.
This position requires a critical thinker with strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills who can work collaboratively across departments to strengthen internal processes and compliance culture.
Key Responsibilities
1. Audit Planning & Risk Assessment
- Participate in the development of the annual risk-based internal audit plan.
- Conduct risk assessments and maintain the audit universe and risk registers.
- Identify emerging risks and propose appropriate audit coverage.
2. Execution of Audit Assignments
- Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits per approved audit programs and standards.
- Analyze and document audit evidence and evaluate control adequacy and effectiveness.
- Identify control weaknesses and recommend value-adding corrective measures.
- Ensure adherence to International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IIA).
3. Compliance & Governance Assurance
- Review compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Support management in strengthening control and compliance frameworks.
- Participate in investigations, special assignments, and advisory engagements.
4. Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
- Prepare concise audit reports highlighting key findings and recommendations.
- Present findings to management and track the implementation of corrective actions.
- Partner with departments to enhance risk awareness and accountability.
- Provide advisory input on process improvements, new projects, and system implementations.
- Foster collaborative relationships that strengthen organizational control culture.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification preferred: CIA, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in internal or external audit.
- Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and governance frameworks (COSO, IIA).
- Proficiency in MS Office; experience with data analytics tools is an added advantage.
