Chai Sacco Internal Audit Assistant Job

Chai SACCO Society Ltd is a leading deposit taking Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Ltd with nationwide membership.
The SACCO has two fully pledged branches in Nairobi and Litein, and a marketing Office in Mombasa.

We are looking for a self-driven and results-oriented person to fill the following position:-
Job Title: Internal Audit Assistant



Department: Internal Audit and Risk

Position reports to: Internal Audit Officer

Position Supervises: Audit Assistant

Purpose of the Job: Effective implementation of internal control systems, policies and procedures as approved by management

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The Duties and responsibilities are outlined as follows;

Operational Roles and Responsibilities

• Carry out routine Audits in accordance to policies and procedures.
• Participate in preparation of audit procedures of a given assignment in collaboration with supervisors
• Draft audit reports on assignment for review with supervisors
• Review audit reports or findings with assigned auditors
• Carry out audit tests and procedures as required
• Check maintenance of accurate accounting records
• Conduct special audit assignments as assigned
• Participate in planning the scope and methodology of audits.
• Conduct routine audits as per the audit plan and as agreed with the Internal Audit Officer.
• Review internal controls and system processes for assurance and validity of data.
• Prepare working papers that demonstrate work done in the field, referenced and documented.
• Maintain confidentiality of records and information obtained during the course of audit work.
• Justify audit findings by use of audit working papers.
• Write and provide draft audit reports for review
• Carry out spot checks and special assignments as directed
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time

Key Result Areas:

The jobholder’s accountability areas are as follows;

• Effective cost control
• Safety of accountable documents and information
• Timely preparation of reports
• Accurate records
• Compliance of operations to internal control systems

Knowledge and Skills Required:

The jobholder must possess;

• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration
• A CPA finalist
• At least 3 years progressive experience in audit or accounting (preferably audit)
• IT literate and proficient in accounting software applications.
• Technical skills to effectively perform audit activities
• A firm understanding of internal auditing standards
• Technical skills to effectively perform audit activities
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Interpersonal skills and professional appearance
• Proficiency in computer applications to analyze and interpret data.

How to Apply

Interested candidates who meet the set criteria may submit their applications with a detailed CV, copies of their certificates & national ID, and names and contacts of three referees, expected remuneration and daytime telephone contacts in a cleared marked envelope “APPLICATION FOR ......” to: The Chief Executive Officer,
Chai SACCO Society Ltd,
KTDA Plaza, 4th Floor,
P.O. Box 278-00200,
Nairobi. Application deadline: Wednesday, 23rd September 2015. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Chai Sacco is an equal opportunity employer.