Responsibilitie(s):

• Assist in the development, maintenance, implementation and review of the internal audit work programmes, audit plan and risk register and drive the development, deployment and update/review of the charter, manual, relevant policies and other frameworks for the Internal Audit Function
• Establish effective business relationships within the Company and assist management in the understanding/application of and adherence to internal control, risk management, compliance and governance principles.
• Establish effective business relationships within the Company and assist management in the understanding/application of and adherence to internal control, risk management, compliance and governance principles.
• Document and file work papers and audit procedures performed. Track timely and effective corrective actions taken following audit recommendations.
• Maintain back up (physical and electronic) of all internal audit materials for easy retrieval and reference and monitor the document management process across the Company.
• Monitor and drive compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements across all business areas.
• Conduct monthly review of bank reconciliation statements for all existing bank accounts and monthly call over/review of transactions focusing on appropriate posting of transactions and ensuring compliance with statutory deductions.
• Investigate and report all alleged cases of fraud, waste, abuse and inefficiencies and make recommendations on appropriate preventive or remedial actions.
• Participate in stock counts and follow through to ensure that store balances are reconciled to the general ledger; conduct physical verification of property, plant and equipment (PPE), and monitor the disposal of PPE as directed by the Board.
• Implement the internal audit strategic initiatives relating to key responsibilities.
• Assist in risk assessment, monitoring and reporting
• Carry out other responsibilities as may be required by the Head, Risk and Assurance, Management or Board.

Qualification/Experience Requirement(s):

• Minimum of first degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related numerate discipline.
• Relevant professional certification e.g. Associate of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (ACA) or Associate of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
• Experience in the banking industry will be an added advantage.
• IT Audit experience will be an added advantage.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical and Critical Thinking Skills
• Information Technology (IT) General Knowledge
• CISA certification will be an added advantage.
• Data Analytics experience will be an added advantage.
• Collaboration and Resilience