Senior Internal Audit (SIA) Officer

Job Responsibilities

Conduct audits and reviews of all transactions (financial and non-financial) to ensure strict compliance with the company’s internal policies and procedures, while providing effective control measures.
Participate in the preparation of audit confirmations as requested by banks, financial institutions, companies, establishments, and individual clients.
Exercise thorough control over vouchers and payments by reviewing reconciliations, identifying exceptions/variances, and verifying vouchers against system reports and source documents.
Develop audit programs aligned with annual audit plans to outline processes for testing transactions and operational activities.
Review and verify procurement, transactions, and payments, while monitoring cash and cheque movements and the receipt of procured materials (in accordance with SIAO authority limits).
Conduct asset verification and classification.
Execute the annual audit program, engaging with responsible officers to ensure their involvement in the audit process.
Document and track audit issues, providing the HIARMC with monthly status reports on audit recommendations.
Participate in the annual external audit review by providing relevant information to facilitate a smooth process.
Perform special projects and reviews as assigned.
Identify key control points and system weaknesses during audits, and develop innovative recommendations for addressing issues, improving operations, and reducing costs.
Document audit work and findings in compliance with generally accepted auditing standards.
Adhere to all Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and procedures of the organization.
Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by the HIARMC.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Professional qualifications such as ICAN or CISA are an added advantage
Minimum of 5 years of financial experience
Experience and knowledge in the Oil & Gas industry are advantageous
Proficiency in accounting software, particularly Sage ERP
Competency in IFRS is mandatory
Strong knowledge of audit procedures, techniques, and internal controls
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Key Result Areas

Number of delivered audit reports and memos
Number of recommendations issued regarding risks’ prevention or detection
Timeliness of alerts issued regarding important findings revealed in the audit
% Reduction in frauds (both in number of frauds & value)
% Reduction in error rates (both in number of frauds & value)
Improved annual feedback from other departments

Apply via :

zurl.to