Internal Auditor

Role Overview

This role sits at the core of Farsight Africa Group’s internal governance, combining hands-on audit fieldwork with dedicated tax compliance consulting. In a typical week, you will examine financial records, pressure-test internal controls, and check that all statutory filings and remittances meet Kenyan regulatory standards. Your findings will directly inform how management improves processes, manages risk, and allocates resources efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute internal audit plans, using a risk-based approach to set priorities for the financial year.
• Follow up on previous audit findings, verifying that management has actually implemented agreed corrective actions.
• Identify weaknesses in internal controls and operational processes, then recommend improvements that reduce risk and save costs.
• Review all tax filings and statutory obligations—including PAYE, VAT, withholding tax, NHIF, NSSF, and corporate tax—for full accuracy and timely submission.
• Reconcile tax accounts, check regular remittances, and confirm that supplier payments satisfy withholding tax requirements.
• Monitor changes in Kenyan tax law, advise leadership on how new regulations affect the Group, and update internal procedures accordingly.
• Prepare quarterly tax compliance status reports for senior management and coordinate with external auditors and KRA during reviews or inquiries.
• Mentor and guide the internal finance team on tax compliance best practices, audit preparation, and proper documentation standards.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field.
• Full CPA-K certification or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• At least five years of experience in tax compliance and financial audit, ideally gained in a corporate environment or with a consulting firm.
• In-depth understanding of Kenyan tax regulations and hands-on familiarity with KRA’s iTax reporting systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with a track record of spotting discrepancies and suggesting practical fixes.
• High integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial data and audit findings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex tax requirements into clear guidance for the finance team.