Job particulars
- Job title
- Sacco Internal Audit & Risk Manager
- Hiring organisation
- s Expand Recruitment Services
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Industry
- Audit
- Level
- Management
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Posted
- 29 Sept 2026
- Closing date
- 14 Oct 2026
Key responsibilities
- The Internal Audit and Risk Manager will be responsible for:.
- Preparing and implementing annual audit plans.
- Initiating and maintaining internal audit control systems for effective utilisation of the Society’s resources.
- Designing and executing internal audit functions in accordance with conventional audit guidelines and best practices.
- Undertaking systems audits to ensure adequate system and information security.
- Assessing the reliability and integrity of the SACCO’s financial and operating information and compliance with operating policies and procedures.
- Reviewing and reporting on the adequacy of the SACCO’s internal control framework.
- Reviewing and reporting on compliance with internal procedures and regulatory standards.
- Assessing the adequacy of laid-down operational procedures and advising management appropriately.
- Reviewing and reporting on the implementation status of prior audit recommendations.
- Conducting special investigations as required by the SACCO from time to time.
- Liaising with external auditors to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Verifying transaction vouchers to determine authenticity, accuracy and correctness.
- Preparing periodic audit reports for the Board.
Candidate requirements
- Applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree or its equivalent from a recognised university.
- Be a CPA (K) and a member in good standing with ICPAK, or hold an equivalent qualification.
- Have served as an Internal Auditor in a SACCO or in a comparable position with similar responsibilities for at least three (3) years.
- Have a minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience.
- Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and specialised accounting software.
- Attributes and Skills.
- Sound judgement and decision-making ability.
- Accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Strong financial management capability.
- Leadership and administrative ability.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
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Hiring organisation
s Expand Recruitment Services