JOB DETAILS:

Under the direction of the Audit Manager be responsible for performing all assigned internal audits including planning, evaluating, and documenting the results, reporting and follow up.

Key Responsibilities

1. Participate in preparation and performing audits arising from the Annual Audit Plan and specific requests from Management.
2. In consultation with the Audit Manager, develop appropriate risk assessments to be used in the process of identifying risks within the various auditable units as per the annual audit plan.
3. Develop appropriate audit tests aimed at addressing identified risks and achieving the desired audit objectives to provide assurance that risks are effectively managed or mitigated.
4. Perform normal and follow-up audits with minimal direction, from planning the audit work to resolving exceptions, communicating with responsible management, and writing reports.
5. Prepare clear and concise audit reports on audit findings, detected non-compliance with bank policies, guidelines, statutory requirements, and procedures for discussion with line managers and Audit Manager before final reports are issued for corrective action.
6. Follow up on all issues arising from audits and secure compliance with the agreed recommendations within the relevant time frame.
7. Conduct investigations into reported frauds and forgeries as may be assigned.
8. Review reports to Bank of Uganda (Daily, Weekly, monthly, and quarterly) as may be assigned.
9. Exercise due professional care in performing audit work, including reviewing operating efficiency and making recommendations for cost reductions and earnings improvement.
10. Continue professional development through self-training, participation in recommended courses and in house training.

Required Qualifications and Skills

1. Bachelor’s Degree in business field or related discipline
2. Professional qualifications such as ACCA,CIA CPA,CFE is an added advantage

Additional Requirements/Competencies

• At least 3 years of audit and banking experience
• Working knowledge of computerized Accounting and Audit systems
• Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player
• Good business acumen
• Great leadership and Communication skills
• Good Analytical skills
• Planning and Prioritization skills
• Personal commitment to meet or exceed all targets and objectives
• Utmost professional integrity
• Ability to work in a fast – paced and result oriented environment