Internal Audit Officer Jobs – FINCA Uganda Limited (MDI)

Job Title:        Internal Audit Officer
Organization: FINCA Uganda Limited (MDI)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reports to: Senior Internal Auditor
About FINCA Uganda:
FINCA
Uganda Limited (MDI) is a subsidiary of FINCA International that is based in
Washington DC, USA serving nearly two million clients in 23 countries across 5
continents. FINCA Uganda Limited (MDI) was the first licensed micro finance
deposit taking institution in Uganda, and currently offers loans, savings and
money transfer services in Uganda, one of the most competitive and dynamic
microfinance markets in the world.
Job Summary: The Internal Audit Officer performs the specific
audit procedures that include testing, evaluation and improving the
effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. The auditor
officer shall participate in audit planning, execution and reporting of
findings as well as follow up to ensure audit recommendations, management
corrective action plans, Board of directors’ remarks and resolutions are
correctly implemented.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:  
  • Conduct affiliate audit work plans.
  • Assure that referral of matters and issues
    which arise from observations are follow up according to the Audit
    Protocols on a timely basis
  • For each audit performed the auditor will
    agree with managers or other audited parties the standards that will be
    used.
  • The jobholder will implement monitoring and
    review activities that ensure compliance
  • Ensure of audit practices in accordance with
    policy of Subsidiary Audit Committee and Global Audit Office.
  • Take part in emergency reviews and
    investigations in accordance with the Global Audit guidelines.
  • Follow-up to ensure findings have been
    responded to and addressed. Support the Subsidiary Audit Committee as
    required.
  • Collect, document and submit observations
    concerning fraud to the Audit Manager
  • Carry out procedures as part of risk
    management audits as required
  • Participate as required in ad hoc reviews and
    effectiveness evaluations.
  • Monitor practice and test controls,
    compliance with all policies and procedures
  • Perform various tasks as assigned by
    Subsidiary and Regional Audit Manager and the Audit Committee.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience: 
  • The applicant for the Internal Audit Officer
    job opportunity should have a University degree preferably in Finance and
    Accounting (BFA), Commerce and Accounting (B.Com). CIA/CPA/ACCA
    qualification will be an added advantage.
  • Previous experience of financial institutions / micro finance and banking Systems experience (preferred)
  • Possess good report writing and analytical
    skills.
  • Computer literacy i.e. proficiency in Word, Excel
    and Power point.
  • Adapts to changes in the work environment;
    Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Excellent judgment and diplomacy
  • High level of initiative and ability to work
    with a minimum of supervision
  • Proven ability to relate and communicate
    effectively
  • Good team-player with excellent communication
    and listening skills                     
How to Apply:
All
candidates who so wish to join the banking sector in the aforementioned
capacity are encouraged to send their applications with detailed CVs including
present position and copies of relevant professional/academic certificates to:
jobs@finca.or.ug
Deadline: 10th June 2016
NB: If you do not hear from us by 30th June 2016,
consider your application unsuccessful
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