Senior Auditor (FMG/AS 3)

Job Purpose

The incumbent will assist the development and implementation of the programme of activities for effective audit of Ministry operations within the context of Ministry policies and guidelines and established audit principles and standards, ensuring the adequacy and integrity of Ministry operational systems and controls. 

Key Responsibilities

Professional/Technical: 

• Plans, prioritises and prepares audit programmes; 
• Participates in sensitising staff to established audit rules and standards and ensures compliance in the conduct of audits; 
• Participates in and ensures conduct of full audit investigations; 
• Facilitates observation of and compliance by all Ministry’s Departments, with established operational, financial and accounting rules and regulations; 
• Collaborates with external auditors in the conduct of audits and ensures access to audit files and records; 
• Checks and verifies audit reports compiled by Junior Auditors; 
• Examines and analyses audit findings and reports; 
• Ensures that variations and deviations from established operational, financial and accounting standards, are identified and addressed; 
• Co-ordinates the implementation and monitoring of compliance measures, where variations and deviations have been identified; 
• Recommends surcharges for breaches of rules and regulations, as appropriate;
• Liaises with Divisional Heads, Financial Controllers, the Auditor General, Ministry of Finance and the Public Service and Regulatory Agencies in the conduct of audits;
• Works with the Chief Internal Auditor in the preparation of audit reports, for the Permanent Secretary and Auditor General; 
• Monitors maintenance of complete and secure audit records. 

Management/Administrative: 

• Develops Individual Work Plan to guide the achievement of audit targets and objectives;
• Participates in the co-ordination and deployment of activities within the Internal Audit Division; 
• Delegates and oversees the functions of reports; 
• Participates in meetings pertinent to role and function; 
• Ensures maintenance of complete and up-to-date audit records; 
• Deputises for Chief Internal Auditor in his/her absence. 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Technical: 

• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and practices 
• Understanding of established audit procedures, regulations and standards
• Knowledge of the operational procedures of Central Government 
• Proficient in the use of standard computer applications and spreadsheets 

Core: 

• Excellent team building and leadership skills 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Excellent interpersonal skills 
• Confidentiality and integrity 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• First Degree preferably in Accounts, Finance, Business Administration, Management or Economics; 

OR 

• ACCA Fundamentals or equivalent and over two (2) but less than five (5) years’ experience in audit/specialized area. 
• Successful completion of relevant Government Auditing courses and professional audit training would be an asset.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.