Internal Auditor / Compliance Manager

Job Description

The Internal Auditor / Compliance Manager will ensure adherence to financial, regulatory, and operational standards.
This role will monitor internal controls, assess compliance risks, and collaborate with management to maintain accountability and transparency across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

Develop and implement annual audit plans in collaboration with External Auditors and the Finance Department, ensuring quarterly reviews for internal and statutory audits.
Independently conduct periodic audits of grants, functions, departments, and partners, including special audits or investigations as requested by management or the Board.
Review financial, operational, and program activities of sub-recipients and subcontractors to ensure compliance with contract terms, donor rules, and regulations.
Ensure segregation of responsibilities among employees to minimize the risk of errors or inappropriate actions.
Oversee and ensure that all financial transactions are properly authorized, approved, and aligned with organizational goals.
Supervise the review and documentation of all financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Ensure regulatory compliance with statutory agencies and donors, including anti-money laundering, anti-terrorism financing, anti-corruption, and data protection standards.
Coordinate timely submission of departmental reports to the Executive Director, advising on compliance levels and potential risks with action plans for mitigation.
Ensure organizational compliance with global financial reporting guidelines and transparency standards.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CIA are highly desirable.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance roles, preferably within the development or public sector.
Strong understanding of audit methodologies, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices.
Demonstrated experience in multi-stakeholder engagement and ensuring adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
Expertise in evaluating financial and operational controls to ensure efficiency and compliance.
Strong analytical, investigative, and research skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
Proficiency in audit management systems, data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications & Cover Letters (not more than one page, specifying the motivation for the Application) to: recruitment@aygf.org using “Internal Auditor / Compliance Manager” as the subject of the mail.

Apply via :

recruitment@aygf.org