Internal Auditor at Simba Group

Job Overview

• As a Junior Internal Auditor, you will play a crucial role in assisting the internal audit team in evaluating and improving the effectiveness of the organization's internal controls, risk management processes, and operational efficiency.
• You will contribute to the overall assurance and governance functions by conducting audits, analyzing data, and collaborating with various departments to identify areas for improvement.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and executing internal audits in accordance with established audit procedures.
• Perform tests of controls and substantive testing to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and compliance with policies.
• Gather and analyze audit evidence, ensuring accuracy and relevance to audit objectives.
• Document audit findings, including issues, risks, and recommended improvements.
• Utilize data analysis tools and techniques to extract, manipulate, and analyze data for audit purposes.
• Identify patterns, anomalies, and trends in data that could indicate potential areas of concern or improvement.
• Participate in risk assessment activities to identify key areas of risk within the organization's processes.
• Assist in developing risk-based audit plans and strategies to address identified risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business processes and controls.
• Communicate effectively with departmental personnel to gather information and provide audit-related guidance.
• Maintain accurate and organized audit documentation, including workpapers, findings, and conclusions.
• Ensure documentation complies with internal standards and industry best practices.
• Assist in preparing clear and concise audit reports, summarizing audit findings and recommendations for improvement.
• Present findings to senior auditors and management, as needed.
• Stay updated on relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to internal auditing.
• Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements within the audit function.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications e.g. ICAN or willingness to pursue them.
• Prior experience with auditing, data analysis, or accounting software is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Basic understanding of internal control concepts and risk management.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic and evolving environment.