Audit Internship

About the role

Express Shipping & Logistics (EA), a third-party logistics, clearing and forwarding and shipping service provider serving sub-Saharan Africa, is hiring an Audit Intern in Mombasa through its ESL Future Leadership Program, which offers eligible candidates direct practical experience in the company and the wider industry. The program is in its 17th cohort and the deadline is 3 November 2026.

Key responsibilities

• Internal audit support: review financial and operational records, carry out risk assessments and review of internal controls, collect, check and organise audit evidence, and prepare audit working papers.
• Analyse data, identify discrepancies and document audit findings, and prepare audit reports.
• Compliance: follow organisational policies, procedures and regulatory requirements, and follow up on agreed audit actions while keeping supporting documentation.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Risk Management or a related field.
• Professional accounting or auditing studies (CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CFE) completed or in progress is an advantage.
• Entry-level candidates may be considered; 1-2 years' experience in auditing, accounting, finance, compliance, risk management or internal controls is preferable.
• Experience from an audit internship or graduate-trainee programme may be accepted.
• Exposure to logistics, shipping, transport, warehousing or similar operations is desirable.
• No unresolved disciplinary, fraud or integrity issues, and willingness to comply with the code of conduct and internal audit charter.

Required skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, accuracy and attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication, and ability to write clear audit working papers and reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint; familiarity with accounting systems, ERP systems or data-analysis tools is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel to branches or operational sites when required.