Internal Auditor / Compliance Manager at Africa Youth Growth Foundation

Job Description

• The Internal Auditor / Compliance Manager will ensure adherence to financial, regulatory, and operational standards.
• This role will monitor internal controls, assess compliance risks, and collaborate with management to maintain accountability and transparency across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual audit plans in collaboration with External Auditors and the Finance Department, ensuring quarterly reviews for internal and statutory audits.
• Independently conduct periodic audits of grants, functions, departments, and partners, including special audits or investigations as requested by management or the Board.
• Review financial, operational, and program activities of sub-recipients and subcontractors to ensure compliance with contract terms, donor rules, and regulations.
• Ensure segregation of responsibilities among employees to minimize the risk of errors or inappropriate actions.
• Oversee and ensure that all financial transactions are properly authorized, approved, and aligned with organizational goals.
• Supervise the review and documentation of all financial records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with statutory agencies and donors, including anti-money laundering, anti-terrorism financing, anti-corruption, and data protection standards.
• Coordinate timely submission of departmental reports to the Executive Director, advising on compliance levels and potential risks with action plans for mitigation.
• Ensure organizational compliance with global financial reporting guidelines and transparency standards.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, or CIA are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in internal audit, risk management, or compliance roles, preferably within the development or public sector.
• Strong understanding of audit methodologies, compliance frameworks, and risk management practices.
• Demonstrated experience in multi-stakeholder engagement and ensuring adherence to organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
• Expertise in evaluating financial and operational controls to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and research skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Proficiency in audit management systems, data analysis tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.