To execute external audit assignments in accordance with approved audit methodologies, International Standards on Auditing (ISA), applicable financial reporting standards, and regulatory requirements. The role involves conducting audit procedures, preparing working papers, identifying audit risks, reviewing supporting documentation, and providing guidance to junior audit team members to ensure timely delivery of quality audit engagements.

Key Responsibilities:

Audit Planning & Execution: Participate in audit planning, risk assessment, and the development of audit programmes; conduct external audit assignments across various industries; perform substantive testing, analytical procedures, and tests of controls.
Risk Identification: Examine financial records, supporting documents, and accounting systems to establish accuracy and completeness while identifying audit risks, control weaknesses, irregularities, and potential misstatements.
Documentation & Reporting: Prepare complete and accurate audit working papers, schedules, lead sheets, and reconciliations; document audit findings and internal control weaknesses; support the preparation of management letters and audit reports.
Client Relationship Management: Liaise with client finance teams to obtain schedules and records; follow up on outstanding queries; communicate audit findings to the Audit Senior/Manager; ensure strict confidentiality.
Team Supervision & Development: Provide on-the-job coaching to Audit Associates and Interns; review working papers prepared by junior team members; monitor progress of allocated tasks and escalate challenges.
Professional Compliance: Ensure procedures comply with ISA, IFRS, Kenyan laws, and the firm's quality management policies; maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in accounting/auditing standards and observe strict professional independence and objectivity.

Experience & Requirements:

At least 2–4 years of relevant external audit experience in an accounting or audit firm.
Demonstrable experience in conducting audit fieldwork and preparing audit working papers.
Experience working with clients across different industries.
Experience guiding or supervising junior audit staff is an added advantage.

Technical & Behavioural Competencies:

Good understanding of ISA and IFRS.
Knowledge of audit planning, risk assessment, and substantive testing.
Strong financial statement analysis and reconciliation skills.
Understanding of Kenyan tax and statutory compliance requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and relevant audit software.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and operate with minimal supervision.
High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professional judgement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Timely completion of assigned audit engagements and tasks.
Quality and accuracy of audit working papers with minimal significant review points raised.
Compliance with ISA, IFRS, and firm audit methodologies.
Timely resolution of audit queries and identification of internal control weaknesses.
Effective supervision of junior team members and positive client feedback.
Contribution to assignment efficiency and budget management.

Working Relationships:

Internal: Audit Associates, Audit Interns, Audit Seniors, Audit Managers, Partners.
External: Client Finance Managers, Accountants, Finance Officers, Client Management Teams, Regulatory & Professional Bodies.

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