Internal Auditor 1 JG 'K' (1 Post) and Internal Auditor 11 JG “J” (2 Posts)

The County Government of Vihiga is seeking to recruit highly transformative and dynamic self-driven individuals with a high degree of integrity, result oriented, demonstrable professionalism, competence and impeccable capability to fill the above position within its staff establishment.

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor
• Experience Level: Mid level
• Experience Length: 2 years

Job Description

DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE AND ECONOMIC PLANNING

Internal Auditor 1 JG 'K' (1 Post) and Internal Auditor 11 JG "J" (2 Posts)

The internal auditors shall report to the County Director of Internal Audit and shall be responsible for carrying out various audit assignments as per the laid down international auditing standards and report on the same.

Duties and Responsibilities
• Assist in the development, maintenance, implementation and review of the internal audit work programmes, audit plan and risk register and drive the development, deployment and update/review of the charter, manual, relevant policies and other frameworks for the Internal Audit Function.
• Establish effective business relationships within the County Government and assist management in the understanding and application of and adherence to internal control, risk management, compliance and governance principles.
• Perform audits through the review of physical and electronic records, evaluate the level of compliance with established business control policies, processes, procedures, standards, government laws and regulations in assigned functional areas/business units, identify control weaknesses or process improvement opportunities and initiate workable solutions.
• Document and file work papers and audit procedures performed. Track timely and effective corrective actions taken following audit recommendations.
• Maintain back up (physical and electronic) of all internal audit materials for easy retrieval and reference and monitor the document management process across the County Government entities.
• Monitor and drive compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements across all business areas.
• Conduct monthly review of bank reconciliation statements for all existing bank accounts and monthly call over/review of transactions focusing on appropriate posting of transactions and ensuring compliance with statutory deductions.
• Investigate and report all alleged cases of fraud, waste, abuse and inefficiencies and make recommendations on appropriate preventive or remedial actions.
• Participate in board of surveys and follow through to ensure that store and cash balances are reconciled to the general ledger; conduct physical verification of property, plant and equipment (PPE), and monitor the disposal of PPE as directed by the management.
• Implement the internal audit strategic initiatives relating to key responsibilities.
• Carry out other responsibilities as may be required by the Director Internal Audit, Audit Committee or Management.

Core competencies
• Have excellent report writing skills
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Have a practical knowledge of computer systems, including internet navigation, CAATs and various Microsoft office applications
• Be a team player and strategic thinker
• Have sound leadership and management skills
• Be self-driven and able to work within tight deadlines

Minimum qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related numerate discipline
• CPA Part II.
• Relevant professional certification
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the internal control/audit function of a similar organization.

All applicants Must fulfill Chapter six of the constitution requirement
Salary Scale: The salary, allowances and other benefits attached to these positions will be as determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission and other recognized CBAs as applicable.
Terms of Service: All the above posts shall be on a three (3) year contract term renewable based on satisfactory performance.

"Vihiga County is an Equal opportunity employer"

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application with copies of their National Identity/passport, Academic & Professional certificates to the undersigned.
Key responsibilities and job specifications for the above positions are available on the official County websites www.vihiga.go.ke.

All application from interested and qualified candidates should be submitted on or before 26th day of October 2020

Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

SECRETARY/CEO VIHIGA COUNTY PUBLIC SERVICE BOARD
P.O BOX 880-50300
MARAGOLI.