INTERNAL AUDITOR @ KAIRUKI UNIVERSITY
Kairuki University (KU) is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Internal Auditor to join their finance and oversight department. The successful candidate will be tasked with evaluating and ensuring that the university's internal controls and financial records are accurate, effective, and fully compliant with all relevant regulatory frameworks. This role is pivotal in identifying operational weaknesses and proposing strategic improvements to enhance overall efficiency and institutional risk management.
In this capacity, the Internal Auditor will work closely with university leadership to monitor financial accuracy and protect assets against loss due to negligence or error. The position requires a detail-oriented professional who can bridge the gap between internal operational standards and external audit requirements. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, a commitment to academic and financial integrity, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in governance practices across all departments of the university.
In this capacity, the Internal Auditor will work closely with university leadership to monitor financial accuracy and protect assets against loss due to negligence or error. The position requires a detail-oriented professional who can bridge the gap between internal operational standards and external audit requirements. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, a commitment to academic and financial integrity, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in governance practices across all departments of the university.
Key Requirements
Full professional qualification such as CPA (T), ACCA, or ACA.
A minimum of 5 years of working experience in an internal audit or similar financial oversight role.
Proven experience in designing and evaluating internal control systems.
Demonstrated ability to ensure compliance with financial policies and standard operating procedures.
Strong understanding of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
Ability to liaison effectively with external auditors and manage audit queries.
Excellent reporting skills with the capacity to make actionable recommendations to executive management.
Analytical mindset with high attention to detail for financial verification.
Strong integrity and ethical standards in handling sensitive financial data.
Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office suite.