Head of Internal Audit Job at Kisaka & Company - Career Opportunity in Uganda
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Vacancy title:
Head of Internal Audit

Jobs at:
Kisaka & Company

Deadline of this Job:
not later than 28thJuly 2017

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Job details:
Our client, a reputable commercial bank registered by Bank of Uganda is looking for experienced, professionally astute, self-motivated and committed team players. Interested applicants should possess requisite qualifications and skills to enable them carry-out the responsibilities below.

Job Title: Head of Internal Audit

Tasks/Responsibilities:

  •  Developing an annual department strategy and budget, in line with the corporate strategy
  • Developing, reviewing, and updating the internal audit manual in line with the strategic objectives
  • Developing and maintaining an internal Audit Policy Reviewing and appraising the soundness of business processes and operating controls
  •  Evaluating the cost effectiveness and efficiency of the internal control systems
  • Determining the extent to which corporate assets are properly accounted for and safeguarded from losses
  •  Evaluating compliance with policies and regulations, laws, and contractual obligations
  • Certifying periodic returns submitted to Bank of Uganda and other stakeholders
  •  Carrying out special investigations
  • Evaluating the reliability of the information produced by accounting and computer systems
  • Reviewing audit findings with auditees and issuing audit reports
  •  Preparing timely audit reports for the executive management, the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors.

Qualification, Skills and Personal Specifications

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Audit, Finance or Business Administration with good grades from a recognized University Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, CIA, CIMA
  •  At least 8 years of increasingly responsible risk-based auditing experience of which at least 3 years at senior management level with a respectable financial institution
  • Good knowledge of MS office applications
  • Membership to the institute of Internal Auditors will be an added advantage
  •  A Masters’ degree in the related fields will be an added advantage Strong analytical, and presentation skills with the ability to present complex issues clearly and concisely
  • Good working knowledge of financial reporting in line with the FIA and IFRS and proficiency in report writing
  •  Results oriented with the ability to meet deadlines on assignments, prioritize multiple accountabilities in demanding environment
  • Should possess good understanding of the standard of the IPPF Highly motivated, self-driven and 30 - 45 years.

Job application procedure
Applications should be hand delivered to the address below not later than 28thJuly 2017. Enclose a detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates / testimonials.

Head at the Executive Recruitment Division,
Kisaka & Company. .
Certified Public Accountants and
Management consultants .
Plot 77, Buganda Road
P.0.Box 27917 Kampala

Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: not later than 28thJuly 2017
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Posted: 25-07-2017
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 25-07-2017
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 25-07-2040
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