Qssk-Giaqrc-Group Internal Auditor- Quality, Risk And Compliance
Q-Sourcing Servtec
Full-time
On-site
Kenya
JOB TITLE: GROUP INTERNAL AUDITOR- QUALITY, RISK AND COMPLIANCE
About This Job:
Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.
We are looking for competent, skilled, and experienced Group Internal Auditor- Quality, Risk and Compliance to work in Nairobi-Kenya.
Summary
The Group Internal Auditor – Quality, Risk and Compliance will lead the company Group implementation and monitoring the organization wide internal controls and risk management activities in the region. She/he will ensure good business practices, especially procurement practices, are employed, internal audits conducted, and recommendations implemented. S/he will oversee and implement all the company’s policies aimed at mitigating all potential risks and achieving high levels of audit quality. They will be guided by the company Audit Manual, the company Risk Management Manual, the company ISQM 1 Manual, and all other related company and Global Policies.
Key Functions/Key expected results
. Quality and Risk Management Oversight
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Academic qualifications
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the link below.
https://qsourcingservtec.applytojob.com/apply/pN2bN9gBRR/QSSKGIAQRCGROUP-INTERNAL-AUDITOR-QUALITY-RISK-AND-COMPLIANCE
Note:
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.
About This Job:
Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.
We are looking for competent, skilled, and experienced Group Internal Auditor- Quality, Risk and Compliance to work in Nairobi-Kenya.
Summary
The Group Internal Auditor – Quality, Risk and Compliance will lead the company Group implementation and monitoring the organization wide internal controls and risk management activities in the region. She/he will ensure good business practices, especially procurement practices, are employed, internal audits conducted, and recommendations implemented. S/he will oversee and implement all the company’s policies aimed at mitigating all potential risks and achieving high levels of audit quality. They will be guided by the company Audit Manual, the company Risk Management Manual, the company ISQM 1 Manual, and all other related company and Global Policies.
Key Functions/Key expected results
. Quality and Risk Management Oversight
- Develop and update risk and quality management plans and policies for the company Group region, ensuring alignment with global standards.
- Document assurance quality and risk management systems, including key controls, policies, and processes.
- Conduct internal compliance testing to ensure engagement teams comply with quality control systems and policies.
- Monitor implementation of annual audit quality focus areas and risk assessment plans.
- Prepare periodic reports on quality and risk management activities, compliance testing, and remediation plans.
- Develop annual risk assessments plans.
- Implement and monitor the audit plan
- Conduct on-site audits to ensure good business practices, appropriate donor compliance and adequate internal controls.
- Participate in independent testing of quality control systems.
- Periodically assess the policies, procedures and controls to ensure compliance
- Ensure proper risk and compliance management systems, policies, and process documentation.
- Communicate and liaise with the company Group’s internal team on compliance and risk management matters.
- Continuously assess and enhance quality control systems and policies to meet global and regional standards.
- Ensure compliance with the The companyAudit Manual, Risk Management Manual, and related policies.
- Conduct compliance reviews with respect to regulations and reviews compliance with applicable local laws
- Produce a report after each audit that summarizes the findings and recommendations to management.
- Coordinate with management to obtain timely management responses and ensure that the report is reviewed by the CEO prior to being issued Analyze findings from compliance testing and root causes for remediation purposes.
- Report to the CEO and the Board committee any fraud or suspected fraud or misconduct identified during an audit.
- Monitor and review corrective action plan of audit findings for both external and internal reporting.
- Support the learning and development champion/manager to monitor the training program for the year.
- Contribute to facilitating internal courses and training related to audit, quality, and risk management.
- Provide technical assistance in administrative, accounting and/or financial procedure.
- Collaborate with the QSS Leadership team to align quality control and risk management efforts with the organization's objectives.
- Identify opportunities for improving processes and systems related to quality and risk management.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Quality and Risk Management Oversight:
- Percentage of completion for updating risk and quality management plans and policies quarterly.
- Number of documented assurance quality and risk management systems reviewed annually.
- Percentage of compliance testing conducted on engagement teams quarterly.
- Timeliness of preparing periodic reports on quality and risk management activities (monthly/quarterly).
- Participation rate in independent testing of quality control systems, including ISQM 1 implementation (quarterly).
- Effectiveness of support provided for assessing quality control and compliance systems, measured through feedback from audit practice leads.
- Documentation and Communication:
- Completeness and accuracy of quality and risk management documentation assessed through internal audits (quarterly).
- Frequency and quality of communication with internal and global teams regarding quality and risk management matters (monthly).
- Process Improvement and Compliance:
- Number of process improvements implemented based on assessments of quality control systems (quarterly).
- Compliance rate with the company Audit Manual, Risk Management Manual, ISQM 1 Manual, and related policies (quarterly).
- Reporting and Analysis:
- Timeliness and accuracy of regular reports on quality and risk management activities (monthly/quarterly).
- Effectiveness of analysis conducted on compliance testing findings and root causes identified for remediation purposes (quarterly).
- Training and Development Support:
- Participation rate in monitoring the training program for the year
- Number of internal courses and training sessions facilitated related to audit, quality, and risk management.
- Collaboration and Alignment:
- Level of alignment achieved between quality control and risk management efforts and organizational objectives, measured through stakeholder feedback (quarterly).
- Continuous Learning and Innovation:
- Number of process and system improvement opportunities identified and implemented annually.
Academic qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting required, Master’s Degree a plus.
- Professional certification: CPA/CA/ACCA or similar qualification.
- CISA qualification is an added advantage
- Minimum 8-10 years of progressive work experience in a busy environment overseeing and managing compliance activities. Previous experience working in developing countries, specifically East Africa
- Experience in handling procurement process in accordance with established policies.
- Experience in conducting audits, especially in accordance with ISA, GAAS, OMB circular A-133 and reporting findings.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to conduct training programs and presentations.
- Proficiency in MS Office suite of products.
- Experience working with accounting systems.
- Availability and willingness to travel 30% of the time to international locations
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the link below.
https://qsourcingservtec.applytojob.com/apply/pN2bN9gBRR/QSSKGIAQRCGROUP-INTERNAL-AUDITOR-QUALITY-RISK-AND-COMPLIANCE
Note:
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.