Internal Audit Operations & Quality Assurance Officer at Jumia

About The Role

The Internal Audit Operations & Quality Assurance Officer will be responsible for defining and implementing a quality assurance framework to ensure the Audit Function’s effectiveness and its compliance with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) defined by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

Additionally, the position is responsible for supporting the Head of Internal audit to implement a risk-based audit plan across the company’s operational, technology regulatory and finance activities.

Main Responsibilities:

•  Develop a thorough understanding of the business, risks and processes for the entire audit universe;
•  Establish a quality assurance framework for the Audit Function, in line with the IPPF guidance;
•  Ensure the Audit Function is assessed independently as compliant with the IPPF;
•  Plan and execute audits and audit quality reviews covering global operations;
•  Be a key influencer of operational efficiency and well controlled change management within the audit function and across the company;
•  Participate in preparing relevant material to be submitted to the Risk & Audit Committee;
•  Identify emerging issues that may impact the audit plan;
•  Maintain a professional audit knowledge, skills, experience, and professional certifications to meet the requirements of the internal audit function.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

•  Bachelor/ Master in accounting, finance, administration or business;
•  6-8 years of risk advisory, internal or external audit experience, preferably with a big 4 practice firm; and at least 2 years in a mid-senior internal audit role.
• Proficient with the IPPF principles;
• Professional qualifications will be a plus (CPA, ACCA, CIA, etc.);
• Practical and creative in suggesting recommendations for improvements to internal control processes, policies and procedures;
• Excellent analytical skills for identifying control issues;
• Excellent writing skills in English (French is a plus) sufficient to prepare audit material and Risk & Audit Committee submissions;
• Advanced skills in Microsoft office, with emphasis on Excel and powerpoint 

We Offer:

• A unique opportunity in implementing and executing new ideas for a thriving e-commerce business
• The opportunity to work with professional and dynamic teams in and outside your local country
• An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer-term objective is to train the next generation