Internal Auditor and Compliance Officer at Beacon of Hope Vocational Training College

JOB SUMMARY

This position will be pivotal in spearheading our organization’s audit and compliance functions. The Internal Auditor and compliance officer will be pivotal in enhancing transparency, mitigating risks and fostering a culture of accountability.

KEY  DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive internal audits to ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor regulations, and financial and statutory regulations.
• Document and provide recommendations for action by management.
• Assist in developing, implementing, and refining internal control procedures to safeguard organizational assets.
• Follow through on implementations of internal and external audit generated management actions.
• Consolidate a BOH enterprise risk management register, identify potential risks and recommend actionable mitigation strategies.
• Audit donor-funded projects and ensure adherence to specific expenditure and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with senior management to provide insights on audit findings and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and other statutory requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

(The knowledge, skills, and abilities may be acquired through a combination of formal schooling, self-education, prior experience, or on-the-job training)

Level of Education/Academic Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting, Finance or equivalent) from a recognized university.

Specialized Training/Professional Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPAK) qualification is mandatory.

Other Competencies/Abilities/Skills Required

• Mature Christian portraying high level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Strong understanding of internal controls, enterprise risk management, and financial auditing.
• Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks and MS Office.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent servant leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Relevant Job Experience

• At least five (5) years of relevant experience as an internal auditor and ompliance preferably in the non-profit sector.