Job Title: Internal Audit Officer
Hiring Organization: Tausi
Assurance Company
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Insurance
Job Type: Full
Time
Salary: KES
Competitive
Date Posted: 10/19/2023
To
provide support in the Internal Audit department through conducting audits of
operational processes and information systems to ensure compliance with
established standards and guidelines. This position is responsible for
evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, identifying areas of
improvement, and contributing to the overall risk management strategy.
Responsibilities
Audit the
company’s financial records, statements, and reports, verifying accuracy and
consistency.
Audit the
company’s information systems, assessing compliance with data security and
storage requirements.
Assist in
developing risk based annual audit plans detailing the scope, nature and of
timing of audit activities for Board Audit Committee approval.
Perform
internal audits in accordance with the risk based annual audit plan and report
all audit exceptions with recommendations to the Manager Internal Audit.
Review
the internal controls, policies, and procedures for effectiveness.
Draft and
present reports of findings and analysis; identifies and recommends revisions
and improvements to accounting practices and procedures.
Prepare
working papers for the various audits as per IAS.
Follow up
on implementation of the Internal Audit queries.
Discuss
the audit findings and recommendations with the Head of Internal Audit and
agree on the practical and applicable recommendations for further discussion
with HOD’s.
Following
up with HOD’s to ensure that agreed audit recommendations are implemented
within the agreed timeline.
Reviewing
monthly and quarterly the Company`s financials to ensure they reflect a true
and fair view of the Company’s performance.
Assist
the Head of Internal Audit in preparing the audit reports for presentation to
the Board Audit Committee.
Conduct
continuous audits.
Maintaining
accurate records to support and satisfy audit tests.
Performance
of ad hoc assignments as required (e.g. investigations, advisory engagements).
Perform
any other duty as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications
Bachelors’
degree in Commerce/Accounting /Finance or related discipline.
Holder of
CPA (K) or ACCA
Certified
Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) will be
an added advantage.
A minimum
of 4 years of relevant experience is mandatory.
Experience
in Financial Sector – Insurance and Banking will be an added advantage
Skills
& Competencies
Extensive
knowledge of general financial accounting and reporting.
Extensive
knowledge of information systems security.
Proficient
with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Experience
in use of CAAT tools.
Excellent
organizational skills and attention to detail.
Strong
analytical and problem-solving skills.
Team
player with excellent interpersonal skills
How To
Apply
Application
letters and copy of current CV in one document with names of and addresses of
three referees should be sent by email to hr@tausiassurance.com so
as to reach us on or before 24th October 2023. Only shortlisted candidates will
be contacted.