JOB PURPOSE:

Under the direction of the Senior Internal Auditor, carries out a programme of internal checks on the financial, accounting and operational systems in the Authority to determine compliance with the provisions of relevant laws, regulations, policies and procedures. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Management/Administrative 

• Provides guidance/advice to the managers and staff members on financial regulations and accounting principles and practices as well as operational laws, regulations, systems and policies.
• Maintains appropriate audit records.

Technical/Professional 

• Conducts risk assessment in order to determine areas to be audited.
• Plans, directs and coordinates the work of Assistant Auditor
• Reviews and signs off working papers of Assistant Auditor.
• Conducts entrance and post audit interviews with management of offices/projects audited.
• Conducts operational and financial audits and special investigations to determine compliance with the Financial Administration and Audit Act, regulations and policies.
• Prepares and submits regular and special reports to the Senior Internal Auditor outlining the findings of the audit indicating deficiencies, implications and recommendations for improvement.
• Meets with relevant managers to discuss audit findings and provide guidance in the preparation of responses to audit queries.
• Follows ups on the areas of weakness to ensure that deficiencies are corrected, improved procedures implemented and internal controls are adhered to.

Human Resource Management

• Monitors and evaluates the performance of direct reports, prepares performance appraisals and recommends and/or initiates corrective action where necessary to improve performance and/or attaining established personal and/or organizational goals.
• Recommends leave and other personnel action in accordance with established human resource policies and procedures.
• Provides leadership and guidance to direct reports through effective planning, delegation, communication, training, mentoring and coaching
• Ensures the welfare and developmental needs of staff are identified and addressed.
• Establishes and maintains a system that fosters a culture of teamwork, employee empowerment and commitment to the goals of the unit and the organization.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Management Studies with Accounting from a recognized University 
  
  OR  
   
• Associate Degree in Accounting, along with completion of revised certificate in Government Accounting. (MIND) OR  ACCA level I, AAT Level 3, CAT Level 3, Diploma from recognized institution
   
• Two (2) years related working experience