Job Title: Internal Audit Assistant (Fresher Jobs)
Organization: East African Roofing Systems
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
East African Roofing Systems Ltd is the largest expanded metal company in the East Africa and has several years of experience in the expanded metal industry. It primarily deals in steel products.
Job Summary: Manage internal audit plans and programs to provide management with an independent assessment of whether systems, processes, and internal controls are working adequately in line with the company’s policies, regulations, and SOPs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing and updating the annual internal audit and compliance work plan based on risk assessments.
- Monitor company-wide adherence to internal policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards.
- Review operational processes across departments (finance, procurement, manufacturing, sales, HR, etc.) to identify gaps and recommend improvements
- Follow up on audit findings to ensure that corrective actions are implemented
- Conduct compliance reviews to ensure adherence to external laws (e.g., tax laws, labour laws) and industry-specific regulations
- Support investigations into suspected misconduct, fraud, or policy violations
- Provide support during external audits (financial, environmental, ISO, and regulatory audits).
- Assist in periodic stock counts.
- Identify control weaknesses, assess business risks, and recommend improvements
- Assist in maintaining and updating the company’s risk register.
- Monitor the implementation of risk mitigation actions.
- Assist in reviewing, updating, and drafting internal control policies and standard operating procedures.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned to you from time to time.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- An honors degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- Part qualification in CPA/ACCA is an added advantage.
- Knowledge of internal auditing standards and risk management principles.
- At least 1–2 years of experience in audit, finance, or a related role (manufacturing experience is an added advantage)
- Proficiency in MS Office; exposure to ERP systems (e.g., SAP, QuickBooks, or Tally) is desirable.
Other Qualifications and Skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- An understanding of accounting standards
- Good analytical skills
- Investigative skills
- High level of creativity and innovation
- Computer skills in MS Office
- Good problem-solving skills
- High level of integrity & confidentiality
How to Apply:
Send your application letter and CV to [email protected]
Deadline: 15th September 2025.
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 12