The Standard Group PLC is a multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and international interest. Our various media platforms include:The Standard Newspaper, KTN, KTN News, btv, Farmers T.V, Radio Maisha, Vybez Radio, Spice FM, The Nairobian Weekly Newspaper and Standard Digital.   As part of strengthening our operations, we are looking for a creative, highly motivated and ambitious team player to join the  Internal Audit   team in the following capacity:

SENIOR RISK AND COMPLIANCE AUDITOR

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Reporting to the Head of Audit, the incumbent shall be responsible for ensuring that the company is adhering to state regulations relevant to the business. They will also review and enforce compliance with standards or company’s internal guidelines.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, execute and manage assigned risk based audit engagements.
• Execute risk based internal audits in accordance with the approved audit plan to assess the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of established internal controls and procedures.
• Discuss audit findings and recommendations with business unit managers and propose appropriate controls to mitigate the risks.
• Lead follow up audits and monitor the timely implementation of the management actions agreed in the audit reports.
• Facilitate Ad-Hoc investigations and reviews as requested by Senior Management, Finance or Audit committee.
• Identify key areas of risk within the Group and maintain a comprehensive risk register.
• Liaise with staff, external auditors, administrators, and law enforcement officials on internal control issues.
• Conduct policy attestations and provide assistance to in developing, updating policies and procedures by enforcing documented standards.
• Perform compliance audits (Internal and External) and ensure adherence to all internal operation and evaluate all procedures to maintain accuracy with all internal standards.
• Assist in development of internal control culture including training staff around controls.
• Policy monitoring and evaluation- Structural guidelines.
• Prepare quarterly board papers for the board audit committee.

 QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

•  Degree in Business, Commerce and Professional either in ACCA, CPA, CIA and CISA.
•  3 – 5 years’ experience in comparable relevant position in a reputable organization
• Full member of a relevant professional body.

SKILLS AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

• Effective Auditing, Quality Management, Surveys, Analyzing Information, Statistical Analysis & Reporting skills.
• Demonstrate a high degree of competence and capabilities in internal audit in a busy environment.
• Excellent communication skills both written and interpersonal.
• Hands On-Experience in ACL GRC (Audit Management & Analytics) will be an added advantage.
  
• Knowledge of project and team management principles.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills.

If you possess the above qualifications and have the determination to excel, please send your application to   [email protected]    not later than   Monday, 20th June 2022.

The Standard Group PLC is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification

Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

WE DO NOT CHARGE ANY FEES FOR THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS