Internal Audit Manager(Bayport Financial Services)-Job opportunities in Uganda

Job Title: Internal Audit Manager
Organization: Bayport Financial Services
Reports to: Regional Operations Manager
Location: Uganda
Deadline:  19th October, 2013
Reports to: Head of Audit-East Africa
About Bayport:
Bayport Financial Services is a leading Non-Deposit Taking Credit Institution and an equal opportunity employer, with operations in several African countries.  We are currently recruiting for the following positions for the Uganda Operations that are based at Head Office and our various Regional Offices.

Job Summary:
The Internal Audit Manager will contribute to the overall Bayport Uganda Internal Audit function and provide reliable, valued assurance to the Board and Executive Management over the effectiveness of controls in mitigating current and evolving high risks. In doing so, you will help to enhance the effectiveness of controls culture within Bayport Uganda.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
    Develop and monitor the implementation of the annual risk based audit plan to carry the responsibilities of Internal Audit Department in line with the departmental guidelines.
    Take complete ownership of managing the delivery of the audit plan and ensure that audit assignments are undertaken in accordance with the relevant policies, procedures and quality standards. You will be responsible and accountable for the quality of audit work performed and the efficiency and effectiveness of the audit team.
    Review the reliability and integrity of financial and operating information and appropriateness of systems, policies and procedures and make appropriate recommendations in accordance with international standards for the professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
    Lead discussions with stakeholders and business leaders regarding audit observations, consulting with the Regional Internal Audit Manager-East Africa where necessary.
    Support Management in identifying resolutions for control issues identified.
    Develop strategy to monitor the implementation of corrective action to address any control weaknesses identified by Management in line with the international standards for the professional practice of internal auditing.
    Prepare quarterly board audit reports to the Board Audit Committee and other stakeholders.
    Develop a strategy for conducting special audits as per the request of Board and Management in line with the standards for professional practice of internal Auditing.
    Manage audit teams on a day to day basis, working to ensure that audits progress as planned, as regards scope, budget and timetable.
    Offer constructive feedback and evaluation to team members for audit assignments.
    Act as a mentor and coach less experienced team members and support others in developing themselves.
    Improve technical knowledge through self-learning or training including mandatory CPE requirements

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
    The job holder should hold a bachelor's degree (honors) in Finance or Accounting and at least an affiliate of ACCA. CPA, or CIA.
    Professional membership to Institute of Internal Auditors of Uganda and/or ICPAU is a must.
    Candidate must at least have three years working experience in a reputable organization.
    Team player, excellent oral and written communication & analytical skills.
    Knowledge of Teammate Audit Management software will be an asset.

How to Apply:
All candidates should send their applications with a copy of a handwritten application letter, Detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of all supporting documentations to The Human Resource Manager Bayport Financial Services, P.O. Box 1171, and Plot 12 Hannington road Kampala, Uganda

Or email: bfsauditor@hotmail.com