Internal Auditor at KCA University

Job Objective

Responsible for Information Systems Audit and Internal Controls.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular internal control assessments of the University’s Information Systems and ICT Infrastructure;
• Contribute to the development of the annual risk based audit plan and execute audit assignments as per the approved audit work plan;
• Perform audits of information systems controls including data integrity, backup and disaster recovery, data centre procedures, data communication and access controls, database administration and end user control;
• Conduct applications systems audits i.e. Microsoft Dynamics Navision and other business systems to determine the completeness and accuracy of transactions that have already been processed and the internal controls therein;
• Conduct follow up of reviews to ensure implementation of recommendations by the University Council, Audit Risk and Compliance Committee, and External Auditors;
• Assist in IT and other fraud investigations;
• Undertake consulting, investigations, governance and risk management assignments as necessary;
• Preparation of audit reports for effective communication and recommendations to management;
• Ensure quality assurance to all audit work assigned including working papers as per the standards as well as support the audit findings, recommendations and conclusions;
• Carry out other responsibilities as may be required by the Head of Internal Audit, Audit Committee or Management.

​ Qualifications

The candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Commerce, Business Information Technology or related area from a recognized university;
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA);
• Certified Public Accountant Part 2;
• Proficiency in the use of Computer Aided Audit Techniques;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Application (e.g. MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, Outlook);
• Proficiency in Auditing Principles and Techniques;
• Knowledge in Risk Management Principles and Techniques;
• At least four (4) years working experience of which at least 2 years should be in performing Information Systems Audits.

​Other Skills And Competencies

• Analytical skills
• Excellent report writing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Sound leadership and management skills
• Self-driven and able to work within tight deadlines.