Internal Auditor at Export Processing Zones Authority (EPZA)

Job Purpose

Responsible for conducting internal audits related to operations/processes and applications that support organizational functions. Provide advice on measures appropriate for gaps identified from systems audit findings

Responsibilities

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Conduct information systems audit engagements including testing and evaluation programs, quality assurance, and reporting of audit results
• Assist in conducting continuous risk assessment of organization’s information technology environment including general system controls, infrastructure controls, and application controls
• Support the financial and operational auditors in identifying high level information system risks, as well as designing and building automation tools for use by the audit department
• Assist in implementing new technologies and business applications by offering risk and control consulting and advice to management
• Assist in partnering with external consultants in certain areas to ensure quality audit approach, achievement of set audit objectives and completion within agreed schedule
• Assist in preparing reports and analyses that communicate audit results for the relevant business conditions and business risks/controls
• Recommend appropriate technical measures and solutions for gaps identified in the systems audits.
• Prepare progress and annual reports showing achievement of the unit and provide justification for performance variances

Qualifications

Academic Qualifications

• Bachelor of Commerce, Economics, Mathematics of Equivalent or Bachelor of Science – Engineering from a recognized university;

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

• Registered Engineer or Accountant with good standing
• Meets the provisions of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Previous relevant work experience required

• Direct entry for degree holders or 6 years serving experience for diploma in accounts/ CPA(K) holders

Salary Scale for the position

Minimum basic Salary Kshs 41,770.00 Maximum basic salary Kshs 73,952.00

Total allowances 40,500.00

The successful candidate will enter the scale at a basic salary of Kshs 41,770.00