Current Vacancy: Internal Auditor Manager

Purpose of Position:

This purpose of position will be used in the advertisement. Please describe the role in 2-3 concise sentences, focusing on the core of what this role is supposed to achieve. Describe the purpose of this position and how this position contributes to achieving department objectives and the management and performance of others.

• Support VFR in accomplishing its objectives, creating, protecting, and sustaining value by providing independent, risk-based, and objective assurance over risk management, control, and governance processes.
• Monitor VFR’s compliance with existing laws, rules, and regulations in the country.
• Advise the VFR Board of Directors and Management on the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems and risk management.
• Perform any statutory function related to Internal Audit required by regulators of VFR.

Major Responsibilities:

• % Time: (5%) Planning
  • Develop and submit for approval to the BAC an annual audit plan that outlines activities for the Internal Audit Department (IAD) during the year.
  • Prepare amended internal audit plans for significant shifts in risk profiles or changes in operations.
• % Time: (15%) Reporting
  • Submit timely reports to management for all audits conducted during the year.
  • Track implementation of issues/corrective actions from audit reports.
• % Time: (40%) Audit Work
  • Carry out the Internal Audit Plan.
  • Ensure all audit testing is documented and archived.
  • Independently appraise all operational functions.
• % Time: (20%) Supervision and Training
  • Supervise and motivate Internal Auditors.
  • Ensure all IAD staff complete required CPE hours every year.
• % Time: (5%) Assist in Fraud Investigations
  • Assist in the execution of external audits and monitor implementation of issues raised by external auditors.
• % Time: (5%) Meeting Budget
  • Prepare the IAD budget in line with the Annual Plan.
  • Ensure actual expenses do not exceed the budget.
• % Time: (5%) Quality Assurance
  • Supervise engagement planning and facilitate an internal quality assurance review.
• % Time: (5%) Relationship Building
  • Build strong working relationships with the CEO, Senior Management, and external regulators/auditors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • University degree in accountancy or business administration.
  • Professional accounting (CPA/ACCA) or MBA qualification required; CISA certification will be an advantage.
  • Minimum of 5 years audit experience in banking supervision and/or microfinance, with a minimum of 2 years in leadership roles.
• Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
  • Understanding of relevant accounting and loan tracking software.
  • Good communication skills in English and Kinyarwanda.

License, Registration, or Certification Required:

• CA, CIA, CPA, ACCA or equivalent.

Skills Required:

• Accounting / Finance