We are a Management Consultancy firm and we commenced active business in Kenya April 2016.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develop and implement an internal audit strategy, risk-based audit plan, and audit policies and procedures
2. Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and professional standards
3. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of internal control systems
4. Maintain relationships with external audit firms to ensure coordination of activities
5. Identify areas of potential fraud and recommend appropriate controls
6. Prepare detailed audit reports for the Board of Directors
7. Provide guidance and advice to management on audit-related matters
8. Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate audit coverage
9. Identify risks and deficiencies in internal control, procedures and processes.
10. Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion and cost savings measures in the assigned areas.
11. Conduct follow up audits to monitor timely implementation of managements action plans.
12. Review and recommend changes in internal controls as appropriate.
13. Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
14. Other: Involvement in cross functional projects, or other responsibilities, from time to time.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• 5+ years of Internal Audit experience, preferably with a recognised consulting firm or mid-sized manufacturing firm.
• Experience designing, implementing, and managing a company-wide audit programme
• Bachelors degree in finance, accounting, information science, commerce and or accountancy qualifications.
• A chartered accounting qualification, recognised in Kenya.
• CPA (K) or equivalent professional qualification.
• A change maker, who is comfortable in a dynamic environment (e.g. start-up / scale-up) or an organisation
• undergoing significant change.