Organization details

Future Options Consulting Ltd is recruiting on behalf of a reputable public sector development institution in Uganda with a mandate to promote strategic investments, economic development, research, and sustainable growth across key sectors of the economy.

Number of vacancies: 1

Sector: Others

Industry: Public sector

Knowledge, skills and competences

Technical skills.

Analytical skills.

Communication skills.

Professionalism.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

To ensure a holistic approach to auditing, focusing on the effectiveness and alignment of internal controls, risk management, and governance within the organisation.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct Periodic Examination of Records and Transactions

• Plan and schedule audit activities in coordination with relevant departments.
• Review financial records and transaction files to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare detailed reports outlining audit findings, discrepancies, and recommendations.
• Present and discuss audit results and recommendations with the supervisor.

Review Processes, Procedures, Internal Controls, and Activities

• Evaluate processes, procedures, and internal controls to ensure adherence to policies, laws, and best practices.
• Generate comprehensive reports documenting findings and any identified risks or non-compliance.
• Present findings and recommendations to the supervisor for review and feedback.
• Verify and document the proper delivery and handling of goods, supplies, and assets.

Monitor the Implementation of Audit Recommendations

• Develop and maintain an audit recommendation matrix to track progress.
• Follow up with management and relevant teams on the implementation status of audit recommendations.
• Document progress and ensure timely resolution of audit issues.

Conduct Special Investigations

• Plan and execute special investigations as directed, focusing on specific concerns or anomalies.
• Review relevant records, processes, and activities to uncover any discrepancies or violations.
• Prepare comprehensive reports summarising investigation findings.
• Present findings and recommendations to the supervisor for further action.

Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Business administration, Accounting, Finance or any related field.

Partial ACCA or CPA qualification with at least completion of Level 2 is required.

Membership in the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an added advantage.

Details of experience

Four (4) years of experience in a similar function.

• Plan and schedule audit activities in coordination with relevant departments.
• Review financial records and transaction files to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare detailed reports outlining audit findings, discrepancies, and recommendations.
• Present and discuss audit results and recommendations with the supervisor.
• Evaluate processes, procedures, and internal controls to ensure adherence to policies, laws, and best practices.
• Generate comprehensive reports documenting findings and any identified risks or non-compliance.
• Present findings and recommendations to the supervisor for review and feedback.
• Verify and document the proper delivery and handling of goods, supplies, and assets.
• Develop and maintain an audit recommendation matrix to track progress.
• Follow up with management and relevant teams on the implementation status of audit recommendations.
• Document progress and ensure timely resolution of audit issues.
• Plan and execute special investigations as directed, focusing on specific concerns or anomalies.
• Review relevant records, processes, and activities to uncover any discrepancies or violations.
• Prepare comprehensive reports summarising investigation findings.
• Present findings and recommendations to the supervisor for further action.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

• Technical skills.
• Analytical skills.
• Communication skills.
• Professionalism.

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Business administration, Accounting, Finance or any related field.
• Partial ACCA or CPA qualification with at least completion of Level 2 is required.
• Membership in the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an added advantage.