Internal Audit Manager Job in Nairobi, Kenya

Caritas Microfinance Bank (in–formation) is a faith based institution based in Nairobi, Kenya whose vision is to empower all economically and socially. 

We are seeking to fill the position of Internal Audit Manager with a competent and capable individual.

Job Title: Internal Audit Manager

Reports To: Board & CEO

Liaises With: Heads of Departments and the Board

Job Summary: Maintain and update auditing procedures as regulated by the Board and the Central Bank of Kenya. Report to the Board results of the audits conducted.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop a comprehensive risk-based internal audit program for the Bank. Perform financial, operational, and compliance audits in accordance with the internal audit program.
  • Coordinate Internal Audit activities with the independent view as per the CBK regulations by best utilizing available resources and achieving established objectives.
  • He/She will be Secretary to the Board Audit Committee and will assist in fulfillment of the committee’s duties and responsibilities.
  • Prepare audit scope and work plan for the assignments to be performed during the next financial year.
  • Periodically conduct cash counts and discuss audit findings with the management and audit committee.
  • Review Caritas MFB practices and records for compliance with established internal policies, procedures and CBK regulations.
  • Develop recommendations for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and the adequacy of bank records and recordkeeping.
  • Report audit findings and recommendations to appropriate management based on the results of regularly scheduled audits, non-scheduled audits, and at any time when issues need to be addressed by management.
  • Conduct follow-up reviews of financial, operational, or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits.
  • Conduct investigations of irregularities discovered by or brought to the auditor’s attention.
  • Conduct Management information System Audit.
  • Perform other duties as required, consistent with the goals, objectives, and responsibilities of the Internal Audit Department and with the approval of the Board Audit Committee.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
  • CPA (K) or similar qualification. CISA qualifications would be an added advantage.
  • Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in internal audit of a financial institution.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to prioritize, multitask and work under pressure.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited email their applications to:

recruitment@postureconsulting.com

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.