The Internal Auditor performs the specific audit procedures including setting standards, observing practice, assisting with analysis and communication of findings. The Internal Auditor provides support for monitoring, review and capacity building processes in accordance with the FINCA International Internal Audit Directives and Local Internal Audit Standard Operating Procedures.
Key Result Areas:
- Policy Assurance:
- Perform audits that test for compliance with all F/I policies and procedures for FINCA Malawi policies.
- Perform procedures that promulgate the Internal Audit Process framework as delegated by the CAM. Use specific checklists, tools and aids to audit.
- Monitor compliance with all policies and procedures.
- Follow up to ensure all findings have been responded to and addressed.
- Follow-up on and report on external audit recommendations.
- Perform various tasks as assigned by Corporate Audit Manager, the Regional Internal Audit Manager and the Audit Committee.
- Internal Audit Program Management:
- Assure that referral of matters and issues which arise from observation are followed up according to the Internal Audit Protocols on a timely basis.
- Contribute to the draft reports and summarize issues that are prepared by audit managers.
- Implement monitoring and review activities that ensure compliance.
- Ensure that internal audit practices in accordance with policy of Affiliate Internal Audit Committee are followed.
- Participate in emergency reviews and investigations in accordance with the FINCA International review guidelines, as directed.
- Follow up to evaluate the extent to which management implements Internal Audit Recommendations, as directed.
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Qualifications and Experience:
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit or a related field.
- ACCA, CIA Certification at an advanced stage of study is an added advantage.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in internal auditing, preferably in a financial institution or microfinance sector.
Functional skills:
- Self-starter.
- Detail orientated.
- Good written and oral communication.
- Managerial/professional skills.
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and risk management.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficient in audit software and MS Office applications.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
A member of the Institute of Internal Auditors Malawi
Willing to travel 40% of working calendar year.
