Internal Audit and Risk Manager at Alerzo Limited

Job Description

• Planning and conducting risk-based audits. Develops audit programs and testing procedures relevant to risk and audit objectives; 
• In-depth understanding of business processes and identification of key process risks and related internal controls;
• Monitor and evaluate key processes as appropriately identified in the risk assessment during assignment planning.
• Identify internal controls issues for key risk processes in a timely manner to proactively avert losses; 
• Ensure successful completion of assigned/planned audit engagements, from start to finish, inclusive of pre planning, fieldwork and wrap up activities;
• Perform audit procedures to verify the implementation and effectiveness of controls through testing and interacting with the relevant company staff; 
• Discuss audit findings and recommendations with departmental heads; identify and communicate control issues noted, offering practical solutions relevant to business and related risks;  
• Prepare and submit timely, quality audit reports; engage in meetings with management and departmental heads and advise on improvements;  
• Constantly monitor if the audit recommendations have been implemented by the management by way of follow- up and report on any gaps observed; 
• Coordinating the documentation and revision of standard operating procedures (SOP) with key emphasis on adequacy of controls;  
• Carry out spot checks on keys areas such as cash count, IOUs, trade debtors, physical stock etc
• Conduct ad-hoc/ special investigations and reviews as requested by Management/ Board of Directors 
• Managing of audit files and ensure proper filing of working papers; 
• Update the Internal Audit Manager on regular basis; on execution and progress on assigned tasks and any arising significant internal control issues; 
• Undertake any other tasks as assigned by Internal Audit Manager from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
• Professional accounting qualification or in progress such as ICAN, ACCA, or CISA equivalent 
• 5- 7 years of experience in finance  
• Proficiency in the Enterprise Resource Applications, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics. 
• Knowledge of relevant tax laws and regulations Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  
• Ability to work with minimum supervision  
• Self-starter