Our client a leading Automotive company in Nairobi is seeking to fill the above role in Nairobi                          

JOB SUMMARY

The person will assist in providing independent, objective advice and assurance to the Board Audit and Risk Committee by leading and performing audit reviews. Through these reviews, the job holder will ensure that internal controls are efficient and effective and that the internal processes and systems comply with company policies and procedures, applicable regulations and best practice.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and conduct specific end-to-end Internal Audit assignments as required by the annual Internal Audit Plan under the supervision of the Head of Internal Audit. 
• Apply risk based internal audit methodology, procedures and documentation on all assignments to a high standard. 
• Employ computer aided audit tools and techniques to all appropriate assignments. 
• Carry out any special audits/assignments that may be requested by the Head of Internal Audit.
• Prepare audit reports after each audit/ assignment.
• Working with the business and regularly communicating with the Head of Internal Audit and senior management on the process and control deficiencies, proposed corrective actions and other value added recommendations (including cost reduction/efficiencies) for each audit assignment.
• Conduct follow-up work on implementation progress and maintain the audit actions tracker as required by the Head of Internal Audit. 
• Any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Internal Audit.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Have sufficient knowledge of modern audit methodologies and techniques
• A person of integrity
• Planning and organizing abilities
• Multitasking and prioritization
• Discretion and fairness
• Ability to work with minimum supervision and meet required deadlines
• Good communication skills with the ability to interact without antagonizing
• Ability to write clear and concise reports
• Should be willing to travel

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

• At least 3 years progressive audit-related experience at supervisory level
• Should have ACCA/CPA qualification
• Should have CISA qualification
• Should have a business-related degree
• Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office computer applications and computer-aided audit techniques
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills