Internal Risk & Audit Manager at Corporate Staffing

Job Summary

Reporting to both the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Audit & Risk Board Sub-Committee, the Internal Risk & Audit Manager will be responsible for undertaking continuous independent audit engagements and plans and internal control reviews, ensuring that the operations of the Hospital are carried out in line with the documented policies and procedures, comply with legal and statutory requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Formulation and implementation of all audit policies and work plans in the Hospital.
• Prepare and implement audit plans to ensure all risks in the auditable areas are fully addressed and periodic audits are completed within the agreed schedule as set out in the annual audit plan.
• Ensuring that previous year Audit recommendations are implemented, and errors are resolved properly.
• Document result of Audit testing; develop recommendations and draft Audit reports based on Audit testing.
• Study and inspect budgets, financial records and statements and assisting the Hospital in preparing them.
• Develop appropriate risk assessment matrices to be used as a guide in identifying inherent risks and internal/management control processes in all areas.
• Risk evaluation: review reports on key control weaknesses, detect non-compliance with Hospital policies, guidelines and regulatory requirements and procedures and discuss with relevant departmental heads for action.
• managing the departmental team through training and development to ensure optimal productivity and high value services.
• Any other duty as may be assigned by your supervisor

Required Qualifications, Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance/Auditing options), Finance, Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
• CPA-K holder
• Membership to Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or relevant Professional Body.
• Possession of Computerized Information system Audit will be an added advantage.
• At least five years’ experience in the Internal Audit, in an audit firm or in a comparable and relevant position.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated professional competence and managerial capability
• Proficiency in Computer (Ms Office) and Accounting Systems
• Ability to manipulate large amount of data and to compile detailed reports.
• High attention to details and excellent analytical skills.
• Effective communication (Oral and writing reports) and presentation skills.