Position: Audit Associate  

Location: Lusaka

KEY QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, QUALITIES & COMPETENCIES

• Full grade twelve certificate with Credit or better in English and Mathematics
• A minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or finalist CA / CIMA/ ACCA from an accredited institution or any recognized professional qualification from an accredited institution.
• 3 years’ work experience in a similar role
• Knowledge and skills in: Financial and Risk Management and Compliance Audit
• Computer programs competence – Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
• Proficient written and verbal communication
• Good organizational and multi-tasking skills.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Main Duties

The role is responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Perform operational, financial and compliance audits of business operations.
• Performs the identification and evaluation of the organization’s risk areas and develops an annual Audit Plan.
• Ensure risks are identified by performing strategic risk assessments and determine that they are appropriately controlled and managed by the business.
• Develops the overall performance of audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analysing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.
• To maintain all organizational and professional ethical standards.
• Prepare reports on audit results and provide recommendations to management for review and implementation.
• Evaluate and communicate financial and internal control best practices in use throughout the company and make recommendations for strengthening internal controls, improving operation, and reducing costs.
• Any other duties as may be assigned related to Audit.