Vacancy: Internal Auditor (System Auditor)
The Company: Hass Petroleum is a regional oil marketing company with a significant presence in East Africa and the Great Lakes region.
We have fully fledged operations in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, Somalia and the DRC, dealing with sale and distribution of white oils (Diesel, Petrol & Kerosene), Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) and our own brand of lubricants blended to world class standards.
The Job: We seek to recruit qualified and experienced system auditor as part of the internal audit team to assist the Audit manager in the planning, execution and conclusion of operational analysis and system audits throughout the Group by providing independent analysis, appraisals, advice, and recommendations concerning activities reviewed.
This job is based in Nairobi, Kenya.
Key responsibilities include;
Key responsibilities include;
Internal Risk Strategy and Planning (% of Time: 30)
- Assist the Line Manager in the design, development and implementation of Internal Audit Strategy and annual risk-based Audit Plan;
- Provide Internal Audit Strategic Advice to various Business Units;
- Assist in the review of business plans to address emerging issues and risks and recommend appropriate management strategies to the Line Manager;
- Make recommendations for update of the Internal Audit Manual and compliance with its provisions;
- Assist in the appraisal of the group wide internal control and compliance systems and making recommendations to the Line manager and respective Units for improvement.
Internal Audits and Technical Support (% of Time: 70)
- Performing specific reviews of business process controls and security within the ERP environment;
- Reviewing the ERP security environment, including critical access and segregation of duty design
- Designing and implementing security and control solutions within the ERP environment
- Enhancing the controls environment, including developing integrated risk and control frameworks;
- Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated efforts, extravagance, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies;
- Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity;
- Assist in the analysis, and verification of annual reports, financial statements, and other records, using accepted accounting and statistical procedures to assess financial condition and facilitate financial planning;
- Undertake independent objective reviews of Business Units and associated risks and advise the Line Manager of any exceptions;
- Perform audit work in accordance with applicable audit standards and provide the necessary corrective recommendations when deficiencies are discovered;
- Assist in the monitoring and assessment of quality of internal controls and make recommendations to the Line Manager for improvements;
- Assist in the measurement of the degree to which various functions of the Group adhere to stated managerial policies or requirements;
Desired Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Software engineering, IT, Law or related fields from a recognized university
- CPA (K), CA, ACCA, CISA or equivalent professional qualification
- Minimum of three year experience in a similar position preferably in an audit firm
- Excellent report-writing and presentation skills
- Sound analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
To Apply:
If you are interested and meet the required profile, please send us your cover letter and detailed CV, including your qualifications, experience, present position and current remuneration to recruit@hasspetroleum.com on or before December 6, 2013.
Your application should also include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts.
Your application should also include names and addresses of three referees, a working e-mail address and daytime telephone contacts.
Applications received after the deadline date will not be accepted.
We reserve the right to accept or reject any application.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.