Internal Auditor - Thika Campus at Mount Kenya University

Qualification

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Bachelor's degree in the following fields:
• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance)
• Bachelor of Business Management (Accounting & Finance)
• Bachelor of Science (Statistics & Economics)
• Bachelor of Science (Accounting & Finance)               
• A Master's degree will be an added advantage
• Part or full qualifications as CISA, CISM or CISSP will be an added advantage
• CPA, ACCA or CIA certifications will be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years' experience gained in an audit environment as an assistant internal auditor.
• Must be registered with a relevant Professional body.

Competencies:

• Data mining, data analysis, detail-oriented and report writing skills.
• Competitive interpersonal communication skills and team player.
• Working knowledge of computer assisted audit techniques (CAATs)
• Experience in auditing Enterprise Resource Planning systems, digital platforms and other subsystems.
• Conversant with higher education governing laws and regulatory framework

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Director, Internal Audit

Duties and responsibilities:

• Assists in analyzing the financial, operational and management processes and systems of the University and its affiliates.
• Evaluates the adequacy of system design, risk management and internal control framework in meeting business, operational and control objectives.
• Contributing to the preparation of risk-based audit plans, under the coordination of the Principal Internal Audit Assurance and Risk Management and ensures comprehensive and quality audit programmes are prepared.
• Performing Risk Assessment tailored to each area under review necessary for identification, analysis and evaluation of areas of significant weaknesses.
• Preparing and presenting to the Director Internal Audit written reports detailing identified key control points and weaknesses in the system or function being audited and provide innovative and creative recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions and improving operations.
• Assists in the investigation of significant suspected fraudulent activities within the University and its affiliates
• Assists the Director Internal Audit in undertaking projects reviews and undertake special audit assignments as directed by Head of Internal Audit
• Provides value added internal consulting services.
• Undertakes any other duties as may be assigned from time-to-time