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Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Kenya Airways: Internal Auditor

Kenya Airways is truly the Pride of Africa. Our global network now reaches 47 destinations, 39 of which are spread across the Africa continent. Our 26 modern aircraft, including four Boeing 777 series, makes us one the youngest fleets in Africa.

Kenya Airways opens a world of opportunity across the continent helping create sustainable development by connecting its people and businesses within Africa and around the world.

At Kenya Airways we believe our greatest asset is our people. When you join Kenya Airways we provide you with training and all the systems and tools you require to perform. And best of all, we provide an environment that enables each and every one of our employees to achieve their full potential.

Brief Description:

To plan and execute both scheduled and adhoc audit assignments in compliance with the international standards for the professional practice of internal audit so as to bring about systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, controls and governance processes within KQ.

Detailed Description:

  • Plan and Execute specific audit engagements within specified time budgets to accomplish the audit engagement plan.
  • Identify and profile various risks inherent in specific audit assignment, discuss them with the respective line managers and jointly agree on actions to be implemented for risk mitigation.
  • Identification of opportunities to add value through improved business efficiencies and effectiveness.
  • Prepare reports on audit findings and jointly agree with line managers on action plans to address identified risks and control challenges.
  • Maintain liaison with audit clients (line managers) to enhance the control environment within the company through regular follow-ups and consultation.
  • Prepare neat, detailed, understandable and cross-referenced work papers to evidence work done and for future references, in compliance with standards for professional practice in internal audit
  • Execute audit activities to ensure reliability and integrity of information and effective use of company resources and compliance with contracts, standards and policies.
  • Follow up audit recommendations to ensure timely implementation and action to mitigate identified risks.
  • Provide consultancy services to line managers on trends in airline industry and best practice.

Job Requirements:

  • 4 years experience in audit, finance or busy commercial environment
  • University degree
  • Professional accounting qualifications (CPA, ACCA or equivalent)
  • Internal Audit Certification (CIA)
  • Information Systems Audit qualification (CISA)
  • Knowledge in use of CAATTS
  • Proficiency in IT
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Knowledge of IFRS, company policies, procedures and rules Membership of ICPAK

Additional Details:

  • Team player
  • Strategic thinking and influencing
  • Customer insight
  • High level of honesty, integrity and professionalism
  • Respect for confidentiality
  • Independence in deeds and appearance
  • High analytical skills
  • Focus

To Apply:

Visit http://career.kenya-airways.com to apply for this job online

Closing Date: 15-Jul-2010

Grade: H10


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