Internal Auditor Job Opportunity at Pride Bank – Kampala, Uganda

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Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Identify business objectives and understand risks associated with audit engagements.
• Develop risk-based audit plans for assigned assignments.
• Prepare audit programmes and engagement plans in line with the annual audit plan.
• Coordinate audit activities with supervisors and relevant departments.

• Perform audit fieldwork in accordance with internal auditing standards.
• Prepare quality audit working papers and supporting documentation.
• Evaluate internal controls, systems, and operational processes.
• Test compliance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct continuous auditing activities where applicable.

• Prepare comprehensive audit reports highlighting findings, risks, root causes, and recommendations.
• Submit audit reports within agreed timelines.
• Present audit findings to engagement supervisors and process owners.
• Recommend practical solutions to strengthen controls and improve operational efficiency.

• Identify control weaknesses and recommend improvements.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of financial and operational controls.
• Support fraud prevention by identifying potential control gaps.
• Safeguard the organization against financial losses and operational risks.

• Review and certify regulatory returns.
• Ensure compliance with banking regulations and internal policies.
• Support compliance with audit standards and regulatory requirements.
• Verify the accuracy and completeness of regulatory reporting.

• Monitor implementation of agreed audit recommendations.
• Follow up on outstanding audit issues within stipulated timelines.
• Track corrective actions using the bank’s audit management system.
• Maintain proper audit documentation for future reference.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
• Professional qualification in CPA or ACCA with at least Level III completed.

Required Experience

• At least 4 years of banking experience in a commercial bank or credit institution.
• At least 2 years of experience reviewing and certifying regulatory returns within a financial institution.
• Experience conducting internal audits and evaluating internal controls.
• Experience using audit management systems and continuous auditing techniques.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Internal auditing expertise.
• Risk assessment and control evaluation skills.
• Financial analysis and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of banking operations.
• Strong forensic auditing knowledge.
• Data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Attention to detail.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and within teams.

Technical Knowledge Required

• Internal auditing standards.
• Banking regulations.
• Risk management frameworks.
• Internal control systems.
• Regulatory reporting requirements.
• Continuous auditing methodologies.
• Audit documentation and working papers.
• Financial reporting principles.
• Data analytics tools.
• Audit management software.

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