Internal Auditor

Role Overview

This position places you at the heart of the company’s governance framework, where you will independently examine financial records, operational workflows, and compliance practices to safeguard assets and ensure accuracy. Your daily work involves testing internal controls, uncovering inefficiencies or irregularities, and translating your findings into practical recommendations that senior leadership and the board act upon. By maintaining a continuous cycle of audit planning, field testing, reporting, and follow-up, you help the organisation stay financially sound, legally compliant, and resilient against fraud or mismanagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate internal controls and risk exposure across financial and operational areas, using a risk-based approach to prioritise audits and identify weaknesses before they become material issues.
• Perform detailed audits of financial transactions, accounting systems, and business processes, verifying that records are complete, accurate, and aligned with company policies and regulatory standards.
• Investigate suspected fraud or misconduct by gathering evidence, interviewing relevant personnel, and documenting findings in a manner suitable for management and, if necessary, legal proceedings.
• Build and present clear audit reports for the executive team, Board of Directors, and Audit Committee, clearly articulating discrepancies, root causes, and constructive corrective actions.
• Track the implementation of audit recommendations, confirming that agreed improvements are completed on time and effectively resolve the issues originally identified.
• Provide advisory input to management on best practices in financial management, corporate governance, and internal control design, supporting policy development and process improvements.
• Monitor financial and operational performance metrics such as budget variances and KPIs, highlighting trends or anomalies that require attention and helping the company remain on track with its strategic goals.
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory bodies as needed, sharing information and following up on actions arising from their findings or recommendations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (with an Accounting/Finance focus), or a recognised equivalent qualification from an accredited institution.
• At least five years of professional experience as an internal auditor or in a comparable role with similar scope and level of responsibility.
• CPA (K) certification or equivalent, with active membership in good standing with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or another relevant professional body.
• Hands-on proficiency with ERP systems such as Odoo, SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, ERPNext, or similar platforms, enabling you to audit data effectively within enterprise environments.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to manipulate large datasets, use advanced formulas, and create analytical models for audit testing and reporting.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels, present findings convincingly, and handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory frameworks, governance codes, and accounting standards applicable to corporate entities in Kenya, along with a commitment to continuous professional development.