General Manager at Equity Bank Limited

Job Description

• Provide leadership and strategic direction in the development and implementation of internal audit strategies, policies and procedures
• In consultation with the Board Audit Committee (BAC) and senior management, prepare an annual risk-based audit plan that is aligned to the bank’s strategies and objectives
• Coordinate and oversee the Internal Audit function to ensure implementation of the BAC approved audit plan
• Plan and ensure execution of financial, operational and information systems audits
• Review the reliability and integrity of financial and operating information and the means used to identify, measure, classify, and report such information
• Appraise the adequacy of internal controls through review of information system controls and other control mechanisms
• Periodically report to the Board Audit Committee on significant issues related to the bank’s risk management, control and governance processes and related management action plans
• Institute and uphold good working relationships with all stakeholders to ensure audit issues are promptly addressed
• Coordinate audit efforts with the bank’s external auditors and regulators.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT, Accounting or Finance from a recognized institution. Master’s degree a plus
• Professional qualifications – CPA and CISA or CISM or CIA
• Must be a member of ICPAK in good standing
• At least 10 years audit experience in either a bank or reputable audit firm, 4 of which must be in senior management
• Experience in information systems/information security audit is a must, with knowledge of auditing the following areas preferred:
• Core Banking;
• Oracle E-Business suite
• Digital business processes.
• Should possess in-depth knowledge of IFRS, ISAs and IIA Standards.

Critical Competencies 

• Good knowledge and understanding of the Kenyan banking regulatory framework
• Hands–on experience in carrying out information systems/information security audits
• Working knowledge of computer assisted audit techniques (CAATs)
• Working knowledge of Team Mate
• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Possess exemplary report writing skills.