Overview

Job Title: Internal Audit Associate

The work location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Chemicotex

 

 

The Position Overview:

We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Internal Audit Associate to join our internal audit team. The ideal applicant will assist the internal audit team in planning, carrying out, and reporting on audits to ensure compliance with corporate policies, regulations, and industry standards.

The Internal Audit Associate will work with many departments to identify risks, improve control procedures, and assure the accuracy of financial and operational data.

 

The key responsibilities:

A. Audit Plan and Execution

  • Help to establish comprehensive annual audit strategies based on risk assessments and organizational priorities.
  • The execute internal audits while adhering to audit standards and procedures.
  • Identify important risk areas and evaluate the efficacy of internal controls.

 

 

B. Risk Assessment and Management.

  • To conduct risk assessments to uncover potential areas of concern within your organization.
  • Help in the development and implementation of risk management strategies to reduce identified risks.
  • To collaborate with management to establish proper risk management techniques.

 

C. Reporting & Communication

  • Share your recommendations with senior management and the audit committee.
  • To communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure their knowledge and acceptance of audit recommendations.

 

D. Compliance and Regulatory Oversight

  • To ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory standards.
  • Create complete audit reports with findings, suggestions, and action plans.
  • Present audit results that are consistent with industry norms.
  • To monitor regulatory changes and industry trends to ensure that audit practices are up to date.
  • To assist external auditors and regulatory agencies with audits and examinations.

 

E. Continuous improvement

  • To identify opportunities for process optimization and make recommendations to increase efficiency.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of internal auditing best practices and apply any necessary modifications.
  • Encourage a culture of constant improvement and learning among the audit team.

 

The Qualifications And Requirements:

  • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a similar discipline.
  • A minimum of two years of relevant work experience in the auditing industry.
  • A Professional qualification (CPA or similar) will be advantageous.
  • The readiness and flexibility to travel around Tanzania.
  • A thorough understanding of internal control structures, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proficient with audit software and data analytics tools.
  • Effective leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities.
  • High honesty, professionalism, and attention to detail.
  • The capacity to work autonomously, efficiently handle several priorities, and cooperate in a hectic setting.

 

How to Apply:

The interested parties should send copies of their pertinent credentials, their resume, and a cover letter to: internalaudit@chemicotex.co.tz

Only those who have been shortlisted will be contacted.