Internal Auditor – Business Operations

Job Description

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.Experience
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in internal auditing, business operations, or a related field.
• Experience in risk assessment, process evaluation, and compliance audits.
• Familiarity with the electricity distribution or utility sector is an advantage
• Strong understanding of internal audit methodologies and business operations
• Familiarity with risk assessment frameworks and tools
• Ability to analyze complex processes and identify inefficiencies or risks
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for report writing and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and other departments
• Ability to supervise and guide junior team members, ensuring high-quality audit outcomes
• Strong mentoring and training skills to support team development
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to ethical practices
• Willingness to adapt to changing business needs and contribute to process enhancements
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Responsibilities

• Conduct risk-based audits of business operations, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls in business processes3.Identify operational risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures4.Monitor the implementation of corrective actions and provide follow-up support5.Assess compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations in business operations6.Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks7.Prepare clear and comprehensive audit reports, highlighting findings and actionable recommendations8.Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of audit work performed9.Oversee the work of Audit Assistants and Graduate Trainees in business operations audits10.Provide guidance and training to build their skills and ensure quality audit outcomes.
• Detailed audit reports with actionable recommendations2.Identification and mitigation of operational risks3.Improved compliance and efficiency in business processes4.Effective supervision and development of junior team members5.Enhanced documentation and reporting standards for business audits.

Benefits

• Work with one of the largest utility employers in Uganda
• Career growth in a regulated, mission-critical sector
• Exposure to modern distribution infrastructure including the Lugogo pole plant and rural electrification programmes
• Competitive UEDCL terms and conditions of service