Internal Auditor

About the role

Azima Sacco Society Ltd, a licensed Deposit-Taking Sacco regulated by SASRA and headquartered in Thika, is seeking an experienced Internal Auditor. The role reports functionally to the Board Audit Committee and administratively to the Chief Executive Officer, providing independent assurance on the Sacco's risk management, internal controls, governance processes and financial compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive audit programme and plan covering all activities and programmes.
• Implement an internal risk-based audit strategy and annual plan.
• Carry out timely risk-based internal audits and advise the Board on all audit matters.
• Review the risk management framework and assess the reliability of financial and operating procedures and compliance with policies.
• Review the economic efficiency and effectiveness of resource use and propose improvements to internal controls.
• Monitor compliance with laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Investigate suspected internal fraud and corruption.
• Keep the Board and management informed of emerging trends in internal controls, risk management, governance and internal auditing.
• Prepare and present accurate internal audit reports to the Board monthly.
• Liaise with external auditors during audits.
• Provide technical and secretarial support to the Supervisory Committee and promote high ethical standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field.
• CPA (K) and membership of ICPAK.
• Minimum of two years' relevant experience, preferably in SACCO operations or a financial institution.
• Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an added advantage.

Required skills

• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central is an added advantage.
• Good knowledge of SACCO operations, audit standards and regulatory requirements.
• Computer literacy and ability to work with accounting and audit systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and report-writing skills, with integrity and attention to detail.