Job Title: Internal Auditor
Organisation: Uganda Law Society (ULS)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Reporting to: Uganda Law Society Council
About Organisation:
Uganda Law Society (ULS) is a membership organization established by the Uganda Law Society Act, Cap 276, Laws of Uganda to provide services to its members and the people of Uganda. Its Vision is to be a proficient Bar Association in fostering Access to Justice, the Rule of law and good governance in Uganda. Its Mission is to develop a skilled and empowered legal profession in the execution of its statutory mandate.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Managing and coordinating ULS’ internal and external Audit functions;
- Carrying out special audit as may assigned by management;
- Performing and providing assistance to line Management in identifying and managing identified risks;
- Evaluating and making recommendations to enhance the cost effectiveness and efficiency of the internal control systems and ULS policies;
- Determining the extent to which ULS assets are properly accounted for and safeguarded from losses of all kinds;
- Producing and submitting internal audit reports to the Executive Council and relevant authorities;
- Evaluating compliance with existing policies and regulations, accounting pronouncements, laws, and contractual obligations which could have a significant impact on the operations and financial results of the ULS;
- Carrying out audit inspections and performance audit;
- Carrying out implementation of audit recommendations;
- Controlling receipt custody and utilization of financial resources;
- Facilitating financial and operational procedures to ensure value for money; Offering guidance on separation of duties; and
- Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Key Outputs
- ULS Audit Function Managed and coordinated internally and externally;
- Special Audit assignments carried out;
- Assistance performed and provided to line management in identifying and managing risks;
- Risk management process facilitated and evaluated;
- Internal audit reports produced and submitted to relevant authorities;
- Policies that ensure safety of the ULS assets put in place and enforced;
- Financial internal controls evaluated and reviewed;
- Compliance of the existing policies and regulations evaluated and enforced;
- Audit inspection and performance audit carried out;
- Implementation of audit recommendations carried out;
- Receipt custody and utilization of financial resources controlled;
- Guidance on separation of duties offered; and
- Financial and operational procedures to ensure value for money facilitated.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Essential University Degree in Accountancy or Financial Management, B.COM, BBA etc.
- Must possess CFA, CPA, IIA OR ACCA (Must be fully registered with the Institute).
Experience:
- At least six (6) years working experience three (3) of which at a senior level in the Auditing work in a reputable organization.
- Experience with Non-Government Organizations and corporate world is more desirable
Key Competencies
- Financial management;
- Proficiency in Quick books
- Knowledge of audit framework, tools, and techniques
- Analytical abilities
How to Apply:
If you are interested and meet the above requirements, submit your application letter, current curriculum vitae and copies of academic documents to;
The Ag. Chief Executive Officer
Uganda Law Society
P.O. Box 426, Kampala
Plot 5A, John Babiha (Acacia) Avenue
Email to: [email protected]
Deadline: 22nd January 2025 by 5:00pm
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