Head Internal Audit at Reputable Company

A reputable Commercial Bank in Zambia is seeking to recruit self-motivated, enthusiastic and innovative persons to fill the following position:

HEAD-INTERNAL AUDIT

S/he will perform the responsibility of:

• Direct the implementation of the internal audit policies and guidelines for the Bank
• Develop and implement effective controls for new products/processes in line with identified risks.
• Plan and conduct internal audit of the Bank
• Develop standard policies and procedures that are in line with Bank’s overall corporate objectives.
• Develop strategies to ensure that the Bank has adequate, cost effective, and well documented internal control and financial records.
• Monitor the Bank’s compliance with all relevant laws and regulations (local and International)
• Review the adequacy of controls established to ensure compliance with policies, plans, procedures, and business objectives.
• Perform other functions as assigned by Head, Internal Audit International and the Board of Directors.

Qualification and Skills:

• A first degree plus ACCA or Equivalent
• Other additional qualification e. ACIB, ACA will be an added advantage
• A minimum of 8 years’ experience in the financial management/accounting function, 2 of which must be in a senior position within the audit function.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Audit & Investigation
• Financial and operational audit of organizations
• Financial/Banking Industry Knowledge
• Financial Accounting
• Accounting Standards
• Policy Development
• Financial Reporting
• Analytical / Problem solving skills

Supervisory Skills

• Leadership / Supervisory
• Team building / conflict management
• Organization & coordination
• General managerial / administration

Generic Skills

• Strategic Focus
• Integrity and Discretion
• Initiative/ Proactive
• Entrepreneurship
• Analytical skills / Problem solving
• Resilience, Tenacity and Integrity
• Interpersonal skills
• Communication (oral & written)

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