Internal Audit Manager at ASA Limited Kenya (ASA International)

Job Details

This role will suit a professionally qualified and ambitious Auditor looking to grow their career in the Micro Finance Industry.

Responsibilities:

• Shall be responsible for planning work on assigned segments of the audit; determine the extent of audit testing and working paper content
• Review transactions, documents, records, reports, processes and procedures and prepare audit working papers, recording and summarizing data
• Develop and plan documentations addressing scope, audit objectives, budgeted hours, field work and reporting dates, audit personnel and assignment of work
• Audit the activities of various departments for compliance with established plans, policies, procedures and applicable regulations
• Preparing audit reports to the attention of management and discussions at the Board of Directors meeting
• Preparation of summary report for all the branches audited in the month to be sent to Group Internal Auditor (GIA). 
• Prepare own entities internal audit plan in line with holding plan and submit to the GIA monthly.
• Identification of any risk areas and communicate to GIA in the report.
• In charge of the development of the Internal Audit department, including hiring, training and supervision to internal audit staff.
• S/he maintains all organizational and professional ethical standards and ensures internal audit activities are carried out in compliance with The IIA’s standards.
• Perform any other task as assigned by the authority.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or related field from a recognized university required.
• 2 to 3 years’ experience Internal Audit Experience preferably from a Micro finance/ Banking sector.
• Recognized relevant professional qualification such as CPA.
• Registration by relevant regulatory Board ICPAK
• CIA, CISA or CIMA is an added advantage
• Age: 27 to 32 years.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical, organizational and time management skills, able to work independently and in a team.
• Fluent in English, excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess and maintain the highest degree of security and confidentiality of information.
• Ability to travel approximately 60%
• Ability to interact with a wide range of stakeholders in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.