Job Overview: plays a key role in the delivery of internal audit engagements. This role involves applying audit methodology, managing fieldwork, ensuring timely execution, and supporting process improvements. The incumbent is expected to uphold internal audit standards, apply professional scepticism, and contribute to the continuous enhancement of the audit function.

Responsibilities:

1. Audit Engagement Execution

• Execute assigned audit procedures in accordance with the approved audit program.
• Apply internal audit methodologies and tools effectively during fieldwork.
• Exercise due professional care by:
• Assessing the complexity and significance of each audit area.
• Identifying indicators of fraud or unusual circumstances requiring deeper analysis.
• Applying professional scepticism and critical thinking throughout the engagement.

2. Risk Assessment & Evidence Gathering

• Perform walkthroughs, inquiries, and testing procedures to assess control design and effectiveness.
• Select and apply appropriate techniques to gather and analyse information.
• Obtain reliable, relevant, and sufficient audit evidence to support findings.
• Document audit work clearly and concisely in line with audit documentation standards.

3. Audit Findings & Reporting

• Identify preliminary observations, control gaps, or areas of non-compliance.
• Develop findings with clear risk implications and practical recommendations.
• Discuss observations with auditees to validate facts and gather feedback.
• Ensure audit objectives and deadlines are achieved.

4. Audit Quality & Compliance

• Ensure all audit activities comply with the Internal Audit Policy and Standards
• Maintain professionalism and integrity in handling confidential audit matters.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in audit processes, tools, and templates.

Requirement:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related
• Proven experience in internal audit or external audit within the banking or financial services industry.
• Familiarity with credit risk, operational controls, regulatory compliance, and fraud indicators.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of professional scepticism and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills—both verbal and written.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Capable of handling multiple assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• Trustworthy, patient, and committed to ethical behaviour.
• Willingness to travel for audit field visits, particularly in provincial branches.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)