Require a General & Forensic Audit in Nairobi, Kenya

Formulate and implement Departmental audit policies, norms and procedures. Examine and evaluate the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the company's internal control systems and procedures and recommend corrective action. Implement strategies for General and Forensic audits to ensure that Company operations and transactions comply with internal control systems, policies and procedures.

Plan and conduct routine and forensic audits on Company operations in line with policies and procedures. Prepare risk-based annual audit and engagement plans detailing the scope, nature and timing of audit activities. Develop follow-up mechanisms to determine implementation and closure audit recommendations within appropriate and agreed upon timelines.

Monitor levels of financial, fraud and IT risks by ensuring procedures, policies, legislation and regulations are correctly followed and complied with. Develop and maintain a continuous professional development (CPD) program for the staff in the Department in liaison with Human Resource Division. Benchmark on audit methods and tools for best practice in the areas of audit, fraud prevention and internal controls.

Manage internal audit risk and implementation of mitigation strategies. Market internal audit as a value-adding function across the Company. Ensure compliance with the Company policies, regulations, standards and procedures to enhance operational efficiency. Coach, mentor and develop the team to ensure optimal performance and effective succession planning.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, ICT, Supply Chain Management or related field from a recognized Institution; Master's degree in accounting, Finance, ICT, Supply Chain Management or related field from a recognized Institution will be an added advantage; Experience in the big four will be an added advantage; Ten (10) years of relevant work experience, with at least five (5) years in a Supervisory role in Internal Audit or in a comparable position.

Membership to Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or a relevant professional body and in good standing. Possession of a valid Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or related certification from a recognized Institution; Leadership skills Creativity and innovation Drive for results and achievement High levels of integrity and Ethics Strategic Thinker and Problem Solving