Job Purpose
To support the execution of internal audit assignments through fieldwork, documentation, and basic analysis, contributing to the assessment of governance, risk management, and internal controls.
Key Accountabilities
- Participate in audit planning by understanding the audit scope, objectives, and criteria while supporting preliminary research and data gathering.
- Execute audit fieldwork by performing walkthroughs, documenting processes, and testing control design and operational effectiveness.
- Prepare complete and structured audit documentation, including accurate workpapers and wellwritten audit observations.
- Assist in reporting by drafting relevant sections of the audit report and ensuring all findings are factually accurate.
- Conduct data analysis and compliance checks using tools such as Excel to review transactions against policies.
- Engage with auditees to coordinate information requests and communicate progress or issues to senior auditors.
- Participate in professional development activities through training and continuous feedback.
- Maintain high standards of conduct and ethics by ensuring confidentiality, independence, and adherence to audit and company policies.
Qualifications, Skills, & Knowledge
- Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline, relevant professional qualifications (MIA/CPA/CIA/CFE/CISA/ACCA) added advantage.
- Well versed in audit tools (added advantage) and equipped with strong analytical skills.
- Minimum of four (4) years audit experience with exposure to operational audits and at least one (1) in a senior capacity.
- Good command of spoken and written English.