Jobs at Concern Universal Malawi , 12/9/2015

Internal Audit Manager – Concern Universal Malawi – Lilongwe

A First Degree in Accounting plus a professional accounting qualification (ACA, CPA, CA or equivalent), Membership of the Institute of chartered Accountants in Malawi, 5yrs of proven internal audit experience, Proficiency in computer audits, accounting software (preferably SAGE) and  other relevant office software, Ability to perform professional internal audit wok with minimum supervision/instructions, Demonstrate proficiency in applying audit principles, skills and techniques in adult testing of varying degrees of complexity, Understanding of the financial, operational and compliance risk which affect NGOs, Ability to maintain professional independence without compromising team player skills, Excellent oral and written communication skills, Fluency in spoken and written English and Chichewa

Is responsible for design and maintaining an internal quality control system that ensures operational and financial integrity based on CU’s financial and administrative policies and procedures and international audit standards, The Internal Audit manager will maintain review process for continuous assessment of financial and operational systems and their constant improvement with a view to ensuring transparency and accountability for all project activities

Performing operational finical and compliance audits through examination of financial and administrative records, processes, procedures and controls, Gathering information on key operational and financial risks, Evaluating the adequacy of existing internal controls designed to manage identified risks and makes recommendations for appropriate improvement, Ensuring the use of standard audit techniques to Obtain, analyse and appraise data, transactions and records as a basis for assessing and enhancing the effectiveness of key risk management activities, Implementing approved recommendations/decisions and conduct subsequent evaluations to determine adequacy of new/corrective measures, Keeping senior management and partners informed by communicating observations, making presentations and periodic reporting to audit issues and progress made towards improvement, Making value-adding recommendations that could lead to improved efficiency of the running of all project operations, Conducting/coordinating all stocktaking on a monthly basis and timely resolve major findings with concerned parties, Contributing to making improvements in the project operations and reductions in cost, Supervision of Internal Auditors, Carrying out emergency audits and special audit as directed by the Country Director

The position attracts generous benefits packages including a competitive salary, housing allowance, medical, insurance, annual leave, leave grant, etc

To apply for this position, candidates must submit a completed Application Form, Please note that CVs and cover letters will not be accepted, Please visithttp://concern-universal.org/who-we-are/vacancies/ to download the Application Form and then submit the completed form via email to malawi.jobs@concern-universal.org If you have difficulty accessing the form, then contact us at the above email address Closing date for the receipt of applications forms is Friday 11th December only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged for more information about CU please visit our website atwww.concern-universal.org CU is an equal opportunity employer, and women are particularly encouraged to apply.