INTERNAL AUDIT DIVISION.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE
AUDIT ANALYST - AREAS
REPORTING TO
SENIOR AUDIT ANALYST - AREAS
DEPARTMENT
INTERNAL AUDIT
LEVEL
4
1.JOB PURPOSE
The Audit Analyst shall carry out execution of the audit assignments as planned by the Senior
Audit Analyst or Internal Audit & Control Team Lead. The job holder shall prioritize work in line
with the risk profile of each task of the assignment, discuss and agree with auditees and
prepare progress reports for discussion with the Senior Audit Analyst and make appropriate
recommendations for process improvement.
2.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Work in a Team Environment and report on the progress of work assignments to the Senior
Audit Analyst.
2. Participate in the development and execution of the audit programs covering the assigned
Area audits.
3. Ensuring that Audit assignments during field work are carried out as per the audit plan and
within the time limits and in accordance with accepted standards.
4. Discuss with the auditees on all key findings, making appropriate recommendations for
improvement on the business processes.
5. Ensure that draft reports are timely submitted to the Senior Audit Analyst for compilation in
order to be reviewed by the Internal Audit and Control Team Lead.
6. Perform the role of the Senior Audit Analyst Lead where appropriate by delegation.
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7. Follow up implementation of agreed audit recommendations with auditees and issue
implementation status reports.
8. Perform any other special assignments or work as may be assigned by the Senior Audit
Analyst or Internal Audit and Control Team Lead.
3.INTERACTIONS/RELATIONSHIPS
1. Reporting to : Senior Audit Analyst –Areas
2. Reporting to the Job Holder – None
3. Other Contacts:
(a) Within the Company
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Area Staff (Auditees)
(ii)
Area Functional Heads
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Functional Heads at Central Office
(iv)
Central Office Staff (Auditees).
(b) Outside the Company
(i)
Members of Professional Bodies (ICPAK, IIA, ISACA ect)
(ii)
Training Institutions
4.KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE
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Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting, Finance or Bachelor of Business
Administration (Minimum qualification).
Certified Public Accountants qualification (CPA (K) or ACCA)
Minimum of three (2) years experience in risk based internal auditing in a reputable
organization or reputable Audit Firm.
Member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants (ICPAK)
Experience in the use of Audit Command Language (ACL) software
MS Office and General Computer Literacy.
5.SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
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Ability to plan jobs to ensure adequate coverage of all critical and high-risk areas.
Ability to control and monitor progress on jobs to ensure on time delivery.
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Ability to maintain proper communication and interaction with Auditees.
Articulate and able to convincingly sell improvement ideas and innovations to Auditees.
Able to prioritise the work effectively in order to achieve optimum results.
Able to work independently and with minimum supervision.
Possess analytical skills and inquisitive mind and ability to assess or identify possible trouble
spots.
6.JOB CHALLENGES
Identification of high-risk areas within processes and ensuring adequate coverage and
implementation of effective controls by Auditees to prevent possible losses and ensure
delivery of the Company’s objectives.
7.DELEGATED FREEDOM TO ACT
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Planning of Audit assignment as directed by the Senior Audit Analyst
Management of office resources necessary for performance of audits e.g. office stationery
and equipment.
Promotion of management and technological innovation to enhance job efficiency.
Requires minimum or no supervision
8.ENVIRONMENT
a) Working environment:
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Most work is performed at the Areas. There are often problems with office space,
accommodation and communication facilities.
One may be required to work outside normal working hours and weekends.
Some of the Areas where audit work has to be carried out are hardship areas and
away from major towns.
Nature of work involves a lot of traveling from Station to audit Areas, and within the
audit Areas.
b) External Environment:
Occasionally may interact with the following external bodies;
 ISACA, ICPAK, IIA and other regulating bodies
9.KEY RESULT AREAS
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On time delivery of the Audit Plan.
Implementation of Agreed Audit recommendations.
On Time issuance of Audit Reports-max 1 week after fieldwork.
Systems Improvement Measures-Business process re-engineering.
Corruption prevention ideas.
Budget Management
Reduction in R &M costs
Audit process improvement measures e.g. implementation of CAATs
Customer and employee satisfaction
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