Audit Assistant

To review and identify areas for improvements in the effectiveness of Risk Management, Internal Controls and Governance Processes within the Business. Section : AUDITREPORTS to: Manager Internal Audit Supervises : None Location : Head OfficeJob PurposeTo review and identify areas for improvements in the effectiveness of Risk Management, Internal Controls and Governance Processes within the Business.Major Duties & Responsibilities Engagement Planning :Contributes to/develops risk-based audit plans to provide assurance on the effectiveness of risk management, internal control and governance processes.Performing Executes assigned audit tests as per the approved audit plan to address the test objectivesExamines documentation, including reports, statements, records, and memos to gather information to add value to the businessDocuments and prepares clear, concise and timely audit working papers to record audit results in line with the International Internal Auditing Standards for reviewIdentifies improvements in risk management, governance and control systems and any other value addition to the businessReporting: Prepares high quality draft internal audit reportsMonitoring :Follows up on the implementation of agreed management action plans / audit recommendations.Quality Assurance Performs the administrative duties required of the department.Keeps up to date on changes in the profession, industry and regulations to provide useful insight and foresight to the business Special Audit Investigations and other consulting assignments Performs special investigations and consulting engagements and any other audit related work assigned.Other duties Supports the Manager Internal Audit with other duties related to risk, audit or compliance or any other as may be required from time to time. REQUIREMENTTimely submission of engagement plans for review Timely submission of audit working papers for reviewTimely submission of audit reports for review Timely follow-up of prior findings Quality of results as measured in the performance review Department documents and reports timely archived and stored New initiatives introduced in the departments Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or business-related degree from a recognised institution.Partial professional qualification in ACCA, CPA,CIA or any other related coursesMinimum Experience:At least 1 year of relevant working experience in a reputable organizationCompetencies And Knowledge:Abilities Excellent audit and accounting skillsExcellent IT audit skills i.e., the use of Computer Aided Audit Tools (CAAT).Excellent analytical skills.Strategic and creative thinking.Knowledge of the IPPF standards.Strong Interviewing skillsHighly organized and of high integrityBehavioral Always acts in a professional and ethical manner including observing the confidential nature of Internal audit’s work.Highly organized with strong planning skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and deliver assigned audits in line with the audit plan and or other time constraints.Ability to multitask and manage various engagements and conflicting demands. Strong values, integrity, and ethics.Excellent oral and written and communication SkillsTeamwork.Excellent interpersonal skills.Creative thinking.Excellent communication skills How to Apply:All applications will be received and Reviewed through BrighterMonday Portal by Clicking on the 'Apply Here' section

• Executes assigned audit tests as per the approved audit plan to address the test objectives • Examines documentation, including reports, statements, records, and memos to gather information to add value to the business • Documents and prepares clear, concise and timely audit working papers to record audit results in line with the International Internal Auditing Standards for review • Identifies improvements in risk management, governance and control systems and any other value addition to the business • Timely submission of engagement plans for review • Timely submission of audit working papers for review • Timely submission of audit reports for review • Timely follow-up of prior findings • Quality of results as measured in the performance review • Department documents and reports timely archived and stored • New initiatives introduced in the departments • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or business-related degree from a recognised institution. • Partial professional qualification in ACCA, CPA,CIA or any other related courses • Excellent audit and accounting skills • Excellent IT audit skills i.e., the use of Computer Aided Audit Tools (CAAT).