Tupande Audit Lead

We are seeking an experienced Internal Auditor to lead our internal audit activities in Kenya. This role is ideal for a professional with a background in internal audit, and team leadership, preferably within a processing, retail, or multi-location environment.

You will lead a country-based audit team, setting and delivering audit plans, identifying and mitigating risks, whilst being a trusted partner to both local leadership. This is a central role requiring collaboration with country leadership and other partners.

You will be based in Kenya, with regional travel expected and reporting to the Internal Audit Manager.

Responsibilities

Strategic Audit Leadership

• You will develop the annual audit plan for your country and team.
• You will identify and assess audit risks within the country and develop appropriate audit responses.
• You will manage audit activities relative to budget, ensuring timely execution.

Engagement and Reporting

• Conduct regular risk meetings with department heads and division leads.
• Present findings and risk areas to the Board and senior management.
• Maintain accountability for audit findings; ensure appropriate resolution by management.

Leadership & Development

• You will lead a team of in-country auditors.
• You will implement tailored learning and development programs based on local risk profiles and audit plans.
• You will promote performance through setting and monitoring of team-level goals.

Audit Excellence

• You will ensure execution of audits whilst observing professional standards.
• You will monitor the effectiveness of financial controls and recommend improvements.
• You will escalate critical findings with clear solutions.
• You will build relationships across teams to enhance audit effectiveness and facilitate resolution of findings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, commerce, finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification, such as CPA, ACCA, or CIA is required.
• 5–7 years' experience in internal auditing, including team leadership.
• Experience developing audit plans, assessing risks, and resolving findings.
• Retail or similar multi-site operational experience.
• Inventory audit experience.
• Management skills.
• Excellent risk assessment capabilities.
• Influence and deliver feedback at all levels, including senior management and boards.
• A collaborative mindset.