Co-operative University of Kenya Senior Assistant Internal Auditor II Jobs

Applicants should meet the following requirements:

i. Must possess a Bachelors Degree in Accounting/Finance/ Computer Science/Information Technology or a
relevant field from its equivalent from a recognized University.

or any other acceptable professional accountancy qualification by virtue of which the holder is exempted
from part I of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) examination;

ii. Must possess three (3) years experience as an Assistant Internal Auditor I or equivalent at Grade 8 or
comparable position with exemplary performance.

OR

i. Must possess CPA Part III Section 5 or equivalent;

ii. Must have served as an Assistant Internal Auditor I or equivalent at Grade 8 for three (3) years or
comparable position with exemplary performance;

iii. Must be computer literate.

In addition, applicants:

i. Must be a member of a relevant professional body;

ii. Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills;

iii. Must possess knowledge of the respective laws and regulations governing the area of specialization;

iv. Must demonstrate Proficiency in Auditing Principles and Techniques;

v. Must possess excellent analytical skills, excellent report writing, organisational, good Interpersonal
relationship, time management, communication, decision making and problem-solving skills;

vi. Must be proficient in Audit Common Language (ACL) or other audit tools is highly desirable;

vii. Must demonstrate ability to manage audits independently and meet strict deadlines;

viii. Must have proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams;

ix. Possession of relevant additional qualifications and experience in a University setup or institution for Higher

Learning will be an added advantage.


Duties & Responsibilities

i. Assist in developing and executing audit plans in line with the department's objectives and risk assessment
frameworks;

ii. Conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits under the supervision of senior internal auditors;

iii. Evaluate internal controls for adequacy and effectiveness in safeguarding assets and supporting sound
business processes;

iv. Identify audit issues and control weaknesses and recommend practical solutions for improvement;

v. Assess compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements and professional standards;

vi.

Support the execution of IT audits by evaluating basic system controls, access management, and data
integrity;

vii. Collect, analyze and interpret financial and operational data to identify inconsistencies, inefficiencies, or non-compliance;

viii. Document audit procedures and findings in accordance with internal auditing standards;

ix. Assist in preparing audit reports, highlighting key findings and recommendations;

x. Perform follow-ups on previous audit findings to ensure implementation of corrective actions;

xi. Collaborate with various departments to gather information, clarify issues and verify process adherence;

xii. Participate in risk assessment activities, offering insights into potential ICT and financial risks;

xiii. Support audit planning and scoping activities, including drafting audit programs and checklists;

xiv. Carry out compliance checks on statutory requirements, procurement processes, and financial reporting
standards;

xv. Use audit tools (e.g., ACL or similar) to analyze data and support evidence-based audit findings;

xvi. Contribute to audit knowledge base and methodologies by sharing insights and lessons learned;

xvii. Assist in fraud investigations by collecting documentation and conducting preliminary reviews;

xviii. Provide technical support in monitoring information security controls and ERP system usage;

xix. Maintain up-to-date audit working papers in compliance with documentation standards;

xx. Support audit training and awareness initiatives for junior staff or departments; and

xxi. Participate in external audit coordination by compiling requested documentation and clarifying audit
matters;

xxii. May be required to perform other related duties based on the CUK’s needs.

How to Apply

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