INTERNAL AUDITOR (Engineering Firm)

Our client a  Civil Engineering Company carrying our telecommunication projects in the region is looking for an internal auditor.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will in develop and execute the audit plan and take a lead role in the day-to-day execution of internal audits to help safeguard organizations by analyzing compliance, risk, and potential financial and none hazards.

Duties

1. Prepare a risk based internal Audit Plan/ Program for every financial year.
2. Identify internal controls issues for key risk processes in a timely manner to proactively avert losses;
3. Consistently reviewing company business practices and evaluating risk management procedures to ensure they are in place.
4. Prepare and submit timely, quality audit reports; engage in meetings with management and advise on areas of improvements;
5. Constantly monitor if the audit recommendations have been implemented by the management by way of follow- up audits and report on any gaps observed;
6. Implement controls to protect against fraud and theft of the organizational assets and finances.
7. Ensuring that the firm team is compliant in terms of following the laid down procedures, processes, laws and regulations.
8. Conducting periodic and random stock takes to verify the accuracy of stocks.
9. Discuss audit findings and recommendations with Chief Executive Officer; identify and communicate any arising significant internal control issues noted, offering practical solutions relevant to the the firm and related risks
10. Evaluate financial documents for accuracy and compliance and performing job costing and continuous project audits.

Required competencies and kills

1. Excellent Communication skills, including oral communication, report writing, and presentation skills
2. Outstanding problem-solving skills (i.e., conceptual and analytical thinking) and critical thinking capacities and logical reasoning to find solutions.
3. Ability to promote the value of internal audit among key employees within the organization
4. Conversant and updated with industry, regulatory changes and professional standards.
5. Knowledge in auditing, internal audit standards, fraud awareness, and professional ethical standards.
6. Knowledge in enterprise risk management (ERM) (i.e., risk analysis and control assessment)
7. Team player with conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
8. Analytical, business acumen and collaboration skills with ability to multi-task, flexibility and to work under pressure.
9. Excellent change management, planning and Organizational skills.

Qualifications

1. At least CPA (K) / ACCA qualifications and a current member of ICPAK 
2. Being a member of IIA Kenya (the Institute of Internal Auditors) is a definite added advantage.
3. A Bachelor’s degree in accounts,  finance/ business, economics or other related is an added advantage.
4. At least three years’ experience in internal auditing fraud/risk management
5. Training in risk and/or fraud management is highly preferable
6. Advanced skills in Microsoft Office

Salary:

A negotiable salary will be offered  based on competencies, qualifications and experience.

How to Apply

If you think you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience send your CV online only stating the job title on the email subject (Internal Auditor) to us as soon as possible info@hubken.co.ke

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