Audit Associate II at The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG)

No of Positions:120

Purposes of the Job

This is the entry and training grade for the Audit staff. The position is responsible for the execution of audit functions assigned, and assists in the delivery of timely documentation of audit findings to management for review. The successful candidates will be posted to any of the OAG Regional offices located in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Garissa, Machakos, Kakamega, Embu, Nyeri and Kisii.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting audit assignments and assurance in the auditee institutions i.e. Ministries, Departments, Agencies, State Corporations and Counties according to the prescribed scope within the audit process to ensure compliance with internal controls and authorities;
• Assist in collecting data on information systems and processes of the auditee institution to be used in the validation of financial documents;
• Obtain in-depth understanding of each function of entities being audited, and assist in assessing risks during the audit process;
• Assist in developing and presenting audit reports;
• Assist in the preparation of documents i.e. working papers, planning memorandums and audit reports as required by management in line with the quality standards of the audit process.

Requirements for Appointment

1. A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University preferably in Social Sciences or other fields relevant to the audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Business Administration, Engineering, or other relevant disciplines from a recognized institution;
2. Demonstrate competence in IT proficiency.

• CPA (K) or its equivalent and recognized qualification will be an added advantage.