Senior Audit Assistant I Job Turkana University College

Senior Audit Assistant I Job. Audit Jobs in Kenya

Qualifications and Experience

The applicant:

• Must have a Bachelors Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration and CPA Part I OR
• Must have Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) examinations or its recognized equivalent OR
• Must have Part II of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) with six (6) years working experience three (3) of which as Senior Audit Assistant Scale 7 or its equivalent.
• Must be registered with a relevant professional body
• Must be ICT Competent in Accounting Software (provide evidence)

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure control management regarding financial reliability and compliance by making sure that directions and regulations are strictly adhered to.
• Determine the scope of internal audit.
• Prepare and presents reports that clearly reflects the audit results.
• Obtain, analyze, and evaluate accounting documentation, reports, and data
• Act objectively by giving independent advice in order to ensure legality and achieve organizational goals.
• Improve on existing open communication with the management and the Audit Committee.
• Review of accounting for imprests (Advances to staff).
• Assist to document the audit process and prepare audit findings.
• Assist to follow-up on the audit assignments given to other auditors.
• Strive to continuously develop knowledge in the department regarding rules, regulations, best practices, techniques and performance standards.
• Check all accounting process and University College databases.
• Regularly update University College accounts so as to function properly.
• Study and inspect budgets, financial statements and other related financial records.
• Help to review and offer solutions to internal audit issues.
• Check and verify all accounting books and records in conformity with industry standards, best practices, and corporate guidelines.
• Ensure total compliance with regulatory guidelines and internationally accepted auditing standards.
• Participate in meetings with different departments in order to update audit findings and improve on the audit process.
• Work in a team in order to achieve the aims and objectives of the University College.
• Recommend the best and proven ways for the University College to avoid fraud and reduce risks.
• Supervise, train, and mentor staff, including interns on audit processes; and access the performance of staff.
• Conduct risk assessments and also prepare risk registers for the University College.
• Evaluate the internal control of the University College.
• Work harmoniously with external auditors as requested by the University College

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How to Apply

Appointment to the positions of Lecturer, Public Relations Assistant I and Senior, Procurement/Supplies Assistant I will be on permanent and pensionable terms subject to successful completion of probation. Appointment to positions of Senior Accounts Assistant I, Senior Audit Assistant I, Kitchen Assistant Scale 1 and Clinical Officer II will be on one year contract. Appointment to the position of Tutorial Fellow will be on a two-year contract.

Application Mode:

• Applicants should send ten (10) hard copies of their application to the undersigned clearly indicating the advert reference number of the position of interest on the envelope.
• All applications should be submitted together with detailed Curriculum Vitae, a copy of ID/Passport, copes of academic certificates, testimonials and any other relevant supporting documents.
• The Curriculum Vitae should include information on academic qualifications, professional experience, leadership and management roles and membership of professional association, email address and telephone contact.

The Deputy Principal (Administration, Finance & Planning)
Turkana University College
P.O. Box 69 – 30500
LODWAR, KENYA.

All applications should reach the Office of the Deputy Principal (Administration, Finance and Planning) on or before 5.00 P.M on 8th July, 2025.