Job Description

Department Of Education

Designation : SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR - PAYROLL AUDIT (Code- EDU23-00222)

Job Description / Responsibilities:

1. PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES

1.1. Manage the implementation of the annual audit program for the following audited area; Head Office division’s payroll. Adhere as closely as possible to planned audit tasks to be carried out by the section and advise the Principal Internal Auditor of any problems that arise.

1.2. Prepare draft reports on findings collected in audited areas and submit them to the Principal Internal Auditor for review and discussion.

1.3. Advise the Principal Internal Auditor on deficiencies and/or methods of improvement in audit practices and assist in maintaining the Department Audit Manual up to date.

1.4. Manage the implementation of special audit investigations as directed by the Principal Internal Auditor and follow through to completion.

1.5. Advise subordinates on all changes to procedures, legislation, etc., and, in particular:

  • Assist team members in planning individual audits.

  • Ensure follow-up checks are made on remedial action required.

  • Ensure all drafts are in the required format and check before forwarding them to the Senior Audit Inspector.

1.6. Facilitate quarterly audit committee meetings, voice recording meeting proceedings, and writing meeting minutes.

1.7. Assist the Principal Internal Auditor with training needs and assist in carrying out on-the-job training of staff. Attend to any administrative matters related to the daily operation of the section.

1.8. Incorporate Gender Equity and Social Inclusion principles and values of honesty, accountability, respect, wisdom, and responsibility in programs, activities, and initiatives to foster positive work ethics.

2. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND WORK EXPERIENCES

2.1. Qualifications

2.1.1. Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Commerce, Business Studies, or Business Administration.

2.2. Knowledge

2.2.1. Audit policies and guidelines.

2.2.2. Public Service General Orders & Instructions.

2.3. Skills

2.3.1. Accounting/Auditing.

2.3.2. Supervisory and Training.

2.3.3. Effective Communications.

2.3.4. Report Writing.

2.3.5. Investigative.

2.4. Work Experience

2.4.1. Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in government accounting and auditing functions.

 

 

Job Type:

Full Time

Language Requirements:

English

Salary(per annum):

K44,330 – K54,182

Job Location:

HEAD OFFICE