A reputable Rural Bank in the Eastern Region is seeking qualified persons for the following key position:- Head of Audit

Job Purpose

•   To carry out audit of the Bank's operation to ensure that transactions are undertaken on sound financial basis and in conformity with internal control systems and procedures, regulations, approved manual, budget and policies with the view of protecting the assets of the Organisation

Duties & Responsibilities

•   Develop internal audit system, manual, plan and work programmes
•   Plan and execute audit manual, plan and programme
•   Review on continuous basis, existing systems, practices and controls (including bank reconciliations, loan files, account opening and closing procedures) with the view of bringing out weaknesses and recommending innovations for improved financial operational and management efficiency
•   Ensure compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices and documentation
•   Verify assets and liabilities by comparing items to documentation and bring variances to management and Board's attention
•   Monitor the timely implementation of management actions to recommendations in audit reports
•   Carry out investigation and specific assignments on request by Management and the Board
•   Prepare and submit quarterly reports on work performed during each quarter for management attention
•   Any other duty that may be assigned by Management and the Board

Technical Competencies

•   Knowledge in Financial regulations (Banking act, company code, etc.) as well as accounting and audit standards
•   Excellent knowledge about banking systems, knowledge in T-24 is advantage
•   Ability to assess both manual and electronic operations of the Bank and evaluate them critically

Qualification Required & Experience

•   Degree in Finance, Accounting or related discipline / Working experience in Auditing will be an added advantage
•   Final professional certificate in Internal Audit/Finance/Accounting
•   Minimum of Eight (8) years experience in Banking preferably rural and community banking with three (3) years in senior management position

Location: Eastern Region

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants are to submit their  applications through:-

The General Manager
Kwaebibirem Rural Bank Limited
P.O.Box 21,
Assuom, Head Office

Or email to:-

gmkwaebibiremruralbank@gmail.com

Closing Date: 05 March, 2015