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Head of Internal Audit
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Description
The Head of Internal Audit is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to improve the company’s operations, controls, and governance. This role leads all internal audit activities including risk-based audits, compliance reviews, fraud detection, and reporting to the Board and Senior Management. The position plays a critical role in supporting accountability, financial integrity, and regulatory compliance across the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
- Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) are required.
- At least 8 years of relevant audit experience, with a minimum of 3 years in a senior internal audit leadership role.
- Experience in the ISP, telecom, technology, or financial services sector is preferred.
- Deep understanding of audit methodologies, financial reporting, risk management, and corporate governance.
- Strong knowledge of Ugandan regulatory frameworks (URA, UCC, FIA, NITA-U).
Interested candidates can send their resumes to the Email provided mentioning “Job Title” in the subject line.
- Develop and implement a risk-based annual internal audit plan aligned with company objectives.
- Lead the execution of financial, operational, and compliance audits across departments and regional offices.
- Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management frameworks.
- Identify potential business and operational risks, propose mitigation strategies, and monitor corrective actions.
- Assess compliance with internal policies, SOPs, and external regulatory requirements (e.g., UCC, FIA, URA).
- Ensure timely submission of reports to regulators where applicable and follow up on audit findings related to compliance.
- Present audit findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to the Audit Committee and Board of Directors.
- Lead or supervise fraud risk assessments and forensic audits.
- Build and lead an effective internal audit team through mentoring, coaching, and training.
- Set team goals, audit quality standards, and ensure professional development for auditors.
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