Head, Internal Audit

Job Summary

The ideal candidate will support the Internal Audit function of the organization by assisting in the evaluation and improvement of the company’s risk management, internal controls, and governance processes.

Responsibilities

Perform walkthroughs and testing of internal controls over financial reporting.
Perform and control the full audit cycle, including risk and control management over operations’ effectiveness, financial reliability, and compliance with all applicable directives and regulations.
Determine internal audit scope and develop annual plans.
Develop and execute risk-based audit plans and programs.
Prepare and present reports that reflect audit results and document the process.
Identify and assess potential risks to our company’s operations and financial position and develop strategies to mitigate these risks.
Evaluate compliance and existing policies and procedures, identifying and proposing modifications as needed.
Obtain, analyze and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts, etc.
Act as an objective source of independent advice to ensure validity, legality, and goal achievement.
Identify loopholes and recommend risk aversion measures and cost savings.
Conduct periodic process reviews of the company’s operations and financial position to confirm compliance with documented procedures.
Document audit findings, conclusions, and recommendations in clear and concise audit reports, and communicate them to the relevant stakeholders.
Engage in continuous knowledge development regardingthe financial sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, andperformance standards.
Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and monitor the resolution of audit issues.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
Certification in ICAN, ACCA, CIMA, or compliance is an added advantage.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience.
In-depth knowledge of financial regulations, compliance standards, and internal control best practices.
Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules, and regulations for a finance house.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Possess great negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Good analytical skills
Knowledge of operating systems and financial software.
​Able to work with Microsoft Excel

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