Audit Trainee
Location | Kampala, Uganda |
Date Posted | November 20, 2024 |
Category |
Accounting
Audit Consultancy Finance |
Job Type |
Full-time
|
Currency | UGX |
Description
JOB DETAILS:
Job Summary:
An Audit Trainee is an entry-level position within the audit department, providing support in the execution of internal and external audits for a range of clients. This role involves assisting in gathering and analysing financial data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and helping identify areas for improvement in clients’ financial systems and operations. The Audit Trainee will have the opportunity to learn about the audit process, build practical skills, and develop an understanding of financial reporting, risk management, and internal controls.
Key Responsibilities:
• Assist in Audit Planning: Participate in planning meetings, perform risk assessments, and help
develop audit strategies.
• Audit Execution: Conduct tests of controls and substantive testing under the supervision of senior auditors.
• Documentation: Prepare and organize work papers, ensuring they are accurate, complete, and comply with the firm’s standards.
• Financial Analysis: Analyze financial statements and other financial information to identify trends, discrepancies, and areas of concern.
• Compliance Checks: Ensure adherence to relevant regulations, internal policies, and industry standards during audits.
• Reporting: Assist in drafting audit reports and presenting findings to senior auditors.
• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on new auditing standards, industry trends, and best practices.
Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Actuarial Science, Engineering, andIT or a related field.
• Professional Qualification: This will be an added advantage for a candidate pursuing CPA,ACCA, CFA, CISA, or any other relevant certification.
• Experience: At least one (1) of work experience in auditing, accounting, or finance and IT is an added advantage.
Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Familiarity with accountingsoftware is a plus.