Audit Manager

<p><strong>Job Purpose </strong><strong> </strong><br /> To provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services by ensuring that there is a systematic and disciplined approach to internal controls, corporate governance and risk management processes to achieve the bank&rsquo;s vision and mission.</p> <p><strong>MAIN DUTIES</strong></p> <ul> <li>Develop a strategic internal audit process aimed at addressing key business strategies and risks for the bank.</li> <li>Plans financial, regulatory, compliance or operational reviews and audits</li> <li>Performs internal audits.</li> <li>Development and implement a risk based Internal Audit Plan.</li> <li>Conducts branch and departmental risk assessments and identifies controls to mitigate risks.</li> <li>Review the implementation of Internal audit control systems and compliance thereof across all departments..</li> <li>Identifies control gaps and opportunities for improvement to mitigate risks.</li> <li>Performs an independent evaluation on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control, governance and risk management processes.</li> <li>Exercises sound business judgment, prioritises risks and ensures they are handled at appropriate levels.</li> <li>Contribute, as appropriate, in the year-end financial audit with external auditors.</li> <li>Contribute ,as appropriate in the bank inspection and supervision by the RBZ</li> <li>Assist the Audit Committee in evaluating and improving risk management control and corporate governance systems.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Knowledge and Experience:</strong></p> <ul> <li>An in-depth understanding of banking and microfinance retail business will be an added advantage.</li> <li>Strong market analysis and business opportunity identification.</li> <li>Good general knowledge of various banking operations and banking products/instruments.</li> <li>5 years auditing experience of which at least 2 years must have been at management level</li> <li>Results Oriented &ndash; meet deadlines on assignments, can handle multiple demands.</li> <li>Should possess analytical, planning and organizing skills; high attention to detail and high level of integrity and assertiveness</li> <li>Effective team leadership,</li> <li>Good networking, presentation and report writing skills.</li> <li>Effective Relationship building and management skills</li> <li>Good interpersonal skills and effective time management.</li> <li>Good understanding of the regulatory and legal framework.</li> <li>Excellent in communication, negotiation, interpersonal and crisis management.</li> <li>Report writing and presentation skills.</li> <li>Ability to deal with a wide variety of stakeholders with varying requirements.</li> <li>An analytical mind, comfortable with numbers and ability to work under pressure.</li> </ul> <p><strong>ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p> <ul> <li>A degree in Accounting or Business Administration is a must.</li> <li>Professional Qualifications such as CA or CIA/CISA is an added advantage.</li> <li>A Masters in Business Administration or equivalent is an added advantage</li> </ul>