Internal Auditor at Kairuki Pharmaceuticals Industry

Key Responsibilities

The Internal Auditor will be responsible for providing independent assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, governance, and compliance within the organization.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing annual internal audit plans.
• Conducting financial, operational, compliance, and systems audits.
• Reviewing internal controls and identifying weaknesses and potential risks.
• Assessing compliance with company policies, procedures, laws, regulations, and applicable pharmaceutical industry requirements.
• Reviewing financial transactions, procurement, payroll, inventory, production records, and other operational activities.
• Identifying control gaps and recommending corrective and preventive actions.
• Following up on implementation of audit recommendations.
• Preparing clear and comprehensive internal audit reports for management.
• Supporting risk assessment and fraud prevention activities.
• Maintaining proper audit working papers and documentation.
• Working closely with management and departmental heads to strengthen internal controls.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or a related field.
• CPA(T) or equivalent professional qualification is required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant working experience in internal auditing.
• Experience in a manufacturing company is highly desirable.
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk management, accounting principles, and auditing standards.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, reporting, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, independence, and professional judgment.