Internal Auditor Job in Kenya


Mumias Outgrowers Sacco Society Ltd, is one of the largest rural Saccos in Western Kenya. It’s core function is to mobilize savings and administer credit to sugarcane farmers and small business communities in the region. 

The society wishes to recruit a competent, qualified and result oriented person to fill the position of The Internal Auditor
 
The Internal Auditor reports administratively to the Chief Executive Officer and functionally to the Audit Sub-committee.
 

The purpose of the position is to assist in accomplishment of the objective of the society by ensuring systematic approach to the evaluation and implementation of the effectiveness of the internal control system in order to support the overall efficiency and integrity of the organization.
 
Key responsibilities
  • Providing independent assurance to the board and management on the implementation and effectiveness of the internal control system,
  • Carrying out risk analysis of the society operations and suggesting improvements as appropriate,
  • Appraising society’s compliance to laid down rules, procedures, laws and stakeholders regulations,
  • Assessing adequacy of laid down operational procedures and advising the management accordingly,
  • Verifying the reliability, authenticity and integrity of payment vouchers, schedules and financial data,
  • Carrying out special audits or investigations as and when necessary,
  • Preparing and submitting quarterly and annual audit reports to the CEO and the audit sub-committee,
  • Ensuring that resources including assets are protected and used for the benefit of the organization,
  • Availing audit reports to stakeholders especially the external auditors to enhance efficiency and effectiveness,
  • Cooperating with external auditors on matters regarding internal control and any other matters arising from their work
Desired knowledge & skills
 
The holder of the Internal Auditor’s position must:-
  • Be of exemplary integrity, honest, professional and confidential,
  • Have excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills,
  • Have good personal judgment, proactive, initiative and a team player,
  • Have excellent functional analysis and critical thinking skills
Qualifications & experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from a recognized university,
  • Holder of Certified Public Accountants [CPA] qualifications,
  • Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya [ICPAK] in good standing,
  • At least 5 years relevant experience at a management level in execution of audits,
  • Computer proficiency in computer applications especially in accounting packages and systems,
  • Knowledge of various Sacco software systems will be an added advantage
To apply:-
 
Interested and qualified candidates who meet the requirements of the above position should send their handwritten applications enclosing detailed curriculum vitas, copies of academic & professional certificates, testimonials, names & addresses of 3 referees & quoting the current & expected salary so as to reach the undersigned not later than 18.03.13.

Applications should be addressed to:-
 
The Chief Executive Officer,
Mumias Outgrowers Sacco Society Ltd,
P.O. Box 295-50102,
Mumias