Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

Industry: Real Estate

Location: Nairobi

Reporting to: Reporting to the Board of Directors

Gross Salary: Kshs 80,000 + Benefits

Our client is a well-established real estate company seeking to hire an experienced Internal Auditor, who will be tasked with conducting audits of the organization, preparing audit reports, and highlighting issues relating to the organization’s business/operational processes, internal controls & risk management.

Key Responsibilities

Planning and conducting risk-based audits.

Develops audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and audit objectives.

Regularly audit prudence or authenticity of all official property management system(s), applications, and software or manual processes in use and recommend corrective and or improvement measures to minimize risks.

In-depth understanding of the business processes and identification of key process risks and related internal controls.

Monitor and evaluate key processes as appropriately identified in the risk assessment during assignment planning.

Identify internal control issues for key processes in a timely manner to proactively avert losses.

Ensure successful completion of assigned/ planned audit engagements, from start to finish, inclusive of preplanning, fieldwork and wrap up activities.

Perform audit procedures to verify the implementation and effectiveness of controls through testing and interacting with the relevant company staff.

Discuss audit findings and recommendations with the BOD and departmental heads; identify and communicate control issues noted, offering practical solutions relevant to business and related risks.

Prepare and submit timely, quality audit reports; engage in meetings with management and departmental heads and advise on improvements.

Constantly monitor if the audit recommendations have been implemented by the management by way of follow- up audits and report on any gaps observed.

Coordinating the documentation and revision of standard operating procedures (SOP) with key emphasis on adequacy of controls.

Carry out spot checks including physical audit on key areas such as room audits, petty cash, operating expenses, payroll, manpower, assets, debtors, creditors to name a few.

Carry out audits on landlord accounts including landlord statements-returns, payments/ drawings, overpayments, recoveries, charges, and the processes thereof.

Carry out audits on tenant accounts for correct invoicing of rent, service charges, bills, payments, account balance accuracy and general tenant management processes.

Assess, evaluate and advise management on how to achieve statutory/ legal

compliance.

Audit scheduled payments such as licenses, rent, and renewals for compliance to avert shut down or downtimes Conduct ad-hoc/ special investigations and reviews as requested by management/ BOD; Managing of audit files and ensure proper filing of working papers.

Update the BOD, Senior Managers, and/or Heads of Departments managers on regular basis; on the execution and progress of assigned tasks and any arising significant internal control issues.

Undertake any other tasks as assigned or requested by the BOD, senior management, or heads of departments.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business management, or the equivalent from a recognized university minimum of an Upper Second class Honors.

CPA (K) qualification, or equivalent.

Minimum 3 y ears of work experience as an auditor; in internal audit or external audit in a reputable company/ firm.

Strong computer literacy especially in the use of MS Office suite.

CISA or CIA qualification is an added advantage.

Strong analytical skills with the ability to pay attention to details.

Ability to observe and understand business processes; ensure processes are documented completely and accurately.

Creative/ innovative Self-driven individual with the ability to work with minimum supervision.

Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Team player with excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to maintain the highest standards of ethics, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Strong time-management and organization skills.

Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.

Flexible and willing to perform unscheduled urgent tasks on short notice.

How to Apply

If you are up to the challenge and possess the necessary qualification and experience; send your application together with a detailed CV, testimonials, and certified copies of your original certificates quoting the job title on the email subject (Internal Auditor – Real Estate) to jobs@corporatestaffing.co.ke on or before 15th October 2022.

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