Audit Manager, Quality and Reporting at Equity Bank Kenya

Equity Bank Limited (The "Bank”) is incorporated, registered under the Kenyan Companies Act Cap 486 and domiciled in Kenya. The address of the Bank’s registered office is 9th Floor, Equity Centre, P.O. Box 75104 - 00200 Nairobi. The Bank is licensed under the Kenya Banking Act (Chapter 488), and continues to offer retail banking, microfinance and relat...

 

Audit Manager, Quality and Reporting

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience5 - 7 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit 

Job Purpose:

Our purpose is transforming lives, giving dignity, and expanding opportunities for wealth creation.

  • The Audit Manager - Quality & Reporting - is responsible for overseeing the quality assurance processes and reporting functions within the Internal Audit department. This role ensures that audit engagements are conducted in accordance with professional standards, internal policies, and best practices, while also managing the preparation and delivery of audit reports to various stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance:

  • Develop and implement quality assurance policies, procedures, and methodologies for audit engagements.
  • Monitor compliance with internal audit standards, such as the Institute of Internal Auditors' (IIA) Global Internal Audit Standards.
  • Conduct periodic quality assurance reviews (QARs) on completed audit engagements to assess adherence to standards and internal policies.
  • Identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations to enhance the quality of audit work.
  • Collaborate with audit teams to address quality-related issues and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
  • Participate in the delivery of audits and advisory assignments when required

 Audit Reporting:

  • Oversee the preparation and review of audit reports, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and completeness.
  • Ensure that audit findings, recommendations, and conclusions are well-supported by documented evidence.
  • Collaborate with audit teams to ensure that reports effectively communicate risk assessments and remediation plans.
  • Develop and maintain templates, guidelines, and standards for audit report formatting and content.
  • Coordinate the distribution of audit reports to appropriate stakeholders, including senior management, the Audit Committee, and external parties (if applicable).

Continuous Improvement:

  • Identify opportunities for enhancing audit processes, methodologies, and reporting practices.
  • Stay updated with changes in professional standards, regulations, and industry best practices related to internal auditing.
  • Collaborate with Head of Audits and Chief Internal Auditor to implement process improvements and updates to internal audit policies and procedures.
  • Participate in the delivery of audits and advisory assignments when required.

Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal audit teams, management, and external stakeholders.
  • Communicate quality assurance findings, reporting issues, and recommendations to relevant parties.
  • Represent the Internal Audit department in meetings and discussions related to quality and reporting matters.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

Education Qualifications:

  • Degree in Accounting, Finance, IT or a related field; 
  • Relevant professional certification (e.g., CIA, CISA, CPA) is preferred
  • Knowledge and Experience Required:
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in internal auditing, with a focus on quality assurance and reporting.
  • Thorough understanding of professional auditing standards, such as the IIA's Global Internal Audit Standards and relevant regulatory requirements

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Equity Bank Kenya on equitybank.taleo.net to apply

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