Assistant Internal Auditor Job at Rural Electrification Agency in Uganda

Job Title: ASSISTANT INTERNAL AUDITOR (ONE POSITION)

Job Purpose:

Under the supervision of the Internal Auditor the incumbent will conduct various types of audits and reviews in accordance with accepted professional standards to determine the adequacy of internal controls, efficiency of the Agency’s policies and procedures and to ensure adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

This position is to be filled by a Ugandan university graduate with at least three (3) years professional work experience in the areas of auditing, accounting or risk management.

Key Result Areas:

(a) Survey the assigned audit subject to obtain a working knowledge of the nature of the subject. Identify key risk areas, flow chart the business process and solicit input from auditees as needed.

(b) Develop the assigned audit plan including scope and objectives of the audit, and audit procedures. Obtain the Internal Auditor’s approval.

(c) Carry out tests, evaluate the results and draw conclusions, discuss with the auditees and present the findings for Internal Auditor’s input and approval.

(d) Draft audit recommendations and write audit memos, solicit input from auditees and forward for the Internal Auditor’s input and approval.

(e) Draft the audit report and obtain feedback from auditees and forward the report to Internal Auditor for quality review and dispatch.

(f) Follow up on implementation of corrective actions and issue draft reports for review.

(g) Conduct special assignments as may be assigned by the Internal Auditor.

(h) Provide assistance to regulators and external auditors as required.

(i) Ensure compliance to firm’s risk management policies.

(j) Perform any other duties as required by the Internal Auditor.

Skills

Knowledge and Skills:

1. English language, written and spoken.

2. Ability to demonstrate good judgment and a strong learning curve to understand the Agency’s business processes.

3. Knowledge of Windows and MS Office applications: – Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Project.

Education & Experience:

1. University degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.

2. At least three (3) years of professional auditing, accounting or related experience, preferably in energy sector or World Bank funded projects.


How to Apply:

If you are interested in any of the above positions please submit your applications which should include cover letter, CV, names and addresses of 3 reputable referees and copies of relevant academic certificates and testimonials by close of business

Friday 21st December, 2012 to:

The Executive Director

Rural Electrification Agency

2nd Floor House of Hope

10 Windsor Loop, Kololo

P.O. Box 7317 Kampala



Deadline: 21st December 2012