Internal Auditor – Two (2) Positions at Kenya Tea Development Agency (MS) Ltd

Position scope

Reporting to the Senior Auditor-Tea Factories Co. Ltd, the successful candidates will be responsible for executing the audit plan by carrying out audit procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carrying out planned audits as per department’s policies, procedures and best practices
• Ensuring compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation
• Discussing audit findings with the respective manager/Head of Department and recommending corrective actions/control enhancements where necessary
• Compiling draft reports
• Performing post-audit follow-up after submission of reports to determine the extent of implementation of audit recommendations
• Discussing audit follow-up reports with the Head of Department on any pending audit recommendations
• Researching on best practices & emerging issues
• Carrying out investigative and ad-hoc audit assignments
• Preparing work papers and weekly reports 

Qualifications/Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting or related field from a recognised institution
• Must possess professional qualifications from a recognised institution
• Must be a member of ICPAK and in good standing.
• Minimum of four (4) years internal or external audit experience
• Must demonstrate high integrity and ethical practice
• Must demonstrate ability to work independently with minimum supervision
• Must be a team player who can work cordially in teams
• Must demonstrate ability to multitask
• Must demonstrate commitment to operational effectiveness
• Should have the ability to solve problems by applying relevant business knowledge
• Should demonstrate professional expertise in the relevant work area
• Must have the ability to communicate for both written and oral communication
• Must be a flexible person, who is willing to learn and able to work flexible hours to achieve goals
• Must have knowledge in use of MS office packages.